Occasionally judge the distance between objects when stocking shelves Occasionally need to see the difference between colors Occasionally talk and listen to coworkers Occasionally stoop, kneel, and crouch while moving stock Work Setting Most stock clerks work in warehouses, stock rooms, and storage areas. Clerks may stand and walk for long periods while checking merchandise. They may wear smocks or aprons. Clerks usually work 40 hours a week. Some clerks work evening or weekend shifts.
Wages vary with level of training, experience and location.
Entry level wages may be lower. National Wages Pay varies by industry. There were 31,880 people employed as sales floor stock clerks in Indiana in 1998. It is estimated that between 1996 and 2006, about 406 jobs per year will need to be filled in this occupation. This number includes new jobs and jobs resulting from the replacement of current workers.