October 12, 2026

California Expansion: Walmart Opens Stockton Fullfillment Center

By Jeff Vaughn

Walmart opens massive Stockton facility — more than 1,000 workers already hired.

The retailer officially opened its new 900,000-square-foot fulfillment center in Stockton on October 8. The high-tech distribution facility uses automation and artificial intelligence to process online orders faster, serving customers throughout California and the West Coast.

And here’s the significant number:

Walmart has already hired more than 1,000 workers, with additional hiring underway. Why Stockton? Access to major highways, rail lines, the Port of Stockton and millions of West Coast customers.

About the Author

Jeff Vaughn
Jeff Vaughn

Jeff is the founder of streaming channel onLACA, a four-time Emmy winning newsman and CEO of VaughnMedia LLC. Jeff anchors news and business reports airing daily on radio and TV stations across the America.