An award-winning, Minnesota-based commercial solar energy developer, Ideal Energies is the leader in our region, with 400+ systems currently in operation and many more under construction. Our single greatest strength is a culture that values the unique talents, ideas and insights of every member, and makes integrity, quality, safety and accountability the foundation for everything we do. We’re profit-oriented, but values-driven. We prize agility but insist on thoroughness. We embrace the individual, but we rise or fall TOGETHER.
What can you expect from Ideal Energies? All the opportunities that come from working in a fast-growing, well-run, entrepreneurial company. That includes compensation that respects your skills and experience, full benefits, professional education opportunities, a supportive work environment – and a commitment to work as hard for you as you do for us.
Position Summary
The Warehouse Manager oversees day-to-day warehouse operations—from receiving, staging, inventory control, and shipping to job sites, to returns management—all while supervising warehouse team members. You’ll ensure materials flow efficiently, support field crews, maintain safety standards, and optimize inventory levels across the supply chain. You will lead the team, refine processes, and partner with Procurement, Construction, and Service to keep projects on schedule and under budget.
This role requires a high level of independence, self-motivation, and problem-solving ability, as you’ll often work autonomously to manage warehouse functions, make time-sensitive decisions, and maintain operational continuity. Success in this position will also depend on strong coaching ability, a continuous improvement mindset, and familiarity with solar logistics and materials.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and able to communicate clearly with both field and office teams. They bring a customer-service mentality to internal coordination, use data to guide decisions, and are comfortable implementing systems that improve efficiency, accuracy, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Management
•Maintain accurate, real-time inventory counts and records
•Maintain min/max levels; launch a cycle-count program; reconcile discrepancies
•Analyze data to identify trends or discrepancies and take corrective actions
Shipping & Receiving
•Track, receive, and warehouse solar modules, inverters, racking, BOS, and PPE
•Inspect inbound freight; file claims and coordinate RMAs
•Schedule outbound LTL, flatbed, and parcel shipments to job sites; create all site packages and follow packing lists
•Stage job materials so field crews receive the correct components, labeled by array section
•Arrange back-hauls of returns, recyclables, and rental equipment
•Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and installation teams to ensure timely material delivery to job sites
Team Leadership
•Coach, schedule, and performance-manage warehouse crew; ensure labor coverage for loads
•Onboard and train new employees with clear SOPs and guidance
•Foster a safety-first, continuous-improvement culture
•Model a dependable, customer-focused work ethic for field and warehouse teams
Process Improvement & Lean
•Map workflows, optimize rack layout, and implement visual management
•Propose automation such as scanners, barcode printers, and inventory software enhancements
•Identify process improvements and implement best practices to increase efficiency
•Apply root-cause analysis and lean principles to reduce waste and streamline operations
Safety & Compliance
•Enforce OSHA, DOT, and company safety policies; conduct weekly inspections
•Ensure all operators are forklift-certified and PPE-compliant
•Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards
•Document procedures and maintain compliance logs for audits and inspections
Fleet & Facility Oversight
•Oversee warehouse equipment, trucks, vehicles, and small tools; schedule maintenance
•Keep the facility clean, secure, and temperature-controlled; manage waste streams
Independent Operations & Self-Management
•Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative, reliability, and strong decision-making skills
•Maintain productivity and organization while managing multiple tasks autonomously
•Communicate effectively with off-site teams and provide detailed updates on inventory, logistics, or any operational disruptions
•Exhibit high attention to detail and accountability in all aspects of warehouse operations
•Adapt quickly to shifting project schedules, material availability, or field requests
Required Qualifications
•5+ years leading a warehouse or logistics operation in construction, electrical supply, renewable energy, or similar
•Proven people-leadership skills (hiring, coaching, labor planning)
•Hands-on expertise with Microsoft Excel
•Forklift certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days); valid driver’s license and clean MVR
•Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly and work in warmer/cooler warehouse conditions
•Working knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations
Preferred / Bonus
•Experience with solar components and job-site logistics
•Lean / Six Sigma or 5S implementation experience
•Familiarity with QuickBooks
•Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) or ERP tools
•Strong written communication for SOPs, training, and reporting
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
•Professional development assistance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
full time
$70,000-$100,000Minneapolis, MN7 days ago
