High-paying warehouse jobs in Des Moines

Warehouse operations ensure the efficient storage and distribution of goods. Workers manage inventory, organize stock, and fulfill orders. Attention to detail and physical stamina are important skills.


Discover Warehouse jobs that pay well in Des Moines, Iowa. Material Handler, Stocker and more with salaries between $41,450 and $104,418 per year. Based on current job listings, companies are looking for skills like forklift operation, materials handling, shipping & receiving, pallet jack use, order picking, heavy lifting, and using an RF scanner. They also value certifications such as Forklift Certification and Pallet Jack Certification.

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Updated Nov 06, 2026
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Des Moines, IA
Iowa
Job openings (Des Moines)

Unloader

Des Moines

$1,910 per week

Iowa

$1,832 per week

Stocker

Des Moines

$87,856 per year

Iowa

$39,688 per year

Parts Specialist

Des Moines

$25.35 per hour

Iowa

$20.88 per hour

Dock Worker

Des Moines

$24.00 per hour

Iowa

$25.22 per hour

Terminal Operator

Des Moines

$47,826 per year

Iowa

$50,215 per year

Warehouse/Driver

Des Moines

$22.82 per hour

Iowa

$20.78 per hour

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

Des Moines

$19.53 per hour

Iowa

$19.74 per hour

Material Handler

Des Moines

$19.50 per hour

Iowa

$19.88 per hour

Forklift Operator

Des Moines

$19.45 per hour

Iowa

$19.61 per hour

Warehouse Worker

Des Moines

$17.11 per hour

Iowa

$18.43 per hour

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