Warehouse Specialist

Sunrun Inc.

San Jose (CA)

Hybrid

USD 43,000 - 57,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k Plan + Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacations/Holidays

Paid Baby Bonding Leave

Employee Discounts

PowerU - 100% Funded Education Program

Employee Donation Matching

Volunteer Hour Rewards

Job summary

Sunrun Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Specialist in San Jose who will ensure safe storage and accurate deployment of materials to installers. Responsibilities include receiving, shipping, inventory accuracy, and maintaining a clean, organized warehouse.

The role requires forklift operation, experience with WMS and Oracle ERP, and a proactive, safety‑minded team player who can adapt to changing priorities and collaborate with planning and service teams. Starting wage listed.

Qualifications

Experience with Warehouse Management Software (WMS) and Oracle preferred.
Forklift operation experience encouraged.
Proactive problem solver with ability to adapt priorities.
Strong focus on safety policies and hazard reporting.
Team player with ability to coordinate with others.

Responsibilities

Maintain an organized warehouse layout and manage material movement.
Ensure safety and security of all inventory and equipment.
Operate forklift to unload shipments and stock material.
Record material movement in Oracle ERP system.
Conduct daily cycle counts and physical inventory checks.
Collaborate with planning and replenishment teams on stocking levels.
Prepare and stage job kits ahead of install dates.
Support field crews with rapid morning mobilization.
Coordinate returns with Service Team.

Skills

WMS experience

Forklift operation

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Tools

Oracle ERP

WMS software

Job description

About Us

At Sunrun, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. To do it, we’re designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. We’re unlike any other residential energy company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Who We Are

We’re on a mission to make energy more reliable and affordable for more people. We provide an opportunity with storage and solar to help people access greater energy independence without the big upfront costs. Sunrun is the largest dedicated residential solar and storage company in the country and has a mission to bring stably priced resilient power to the masses.

Overview

The Warehouse Specialist plays a key role in Sunrun Operations by ensuring material is safely and accurately stored in our warehouses and then deployed to our installers. This role is responsible for receiving, shipping, building jobs, inventory accuracy, and warehouse cleanliness. Learn more HERE, from Jaron on Sunrun’s Warehouse team. Jaron gets excited to come to work each day because he has the autonomy to innovate and has full support from the management team. He chose Sunrun because of the endless growth opportunities and the value he is able to bring to customers and Sunrun as a whole.

Responsibilities/The Impact

Maintain an organized, standard warehouse layout and manage all material movement throughout the warehouse.
Ensure the safety and security of all warehouse inventory and equipment.
Operate a forklift to unload shipments, process receipts, and put away material to maintain inventory accuracy.
Perform transactions in Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Tool to account for material movement including: receiving, stocking, issuing, and returning to vendor.
Drive inventory accuracy and integrity through daily cycle counts and physical inventory checks.
Maintain auditable records and operate based on defined standards in the shipping and receiving of all warehouse materials.
Work with our branch planning and replenishment teams to offer feedback on appropriate stocking levels as needed.
Deliver materials through accurately pulling and staging job kits in advance of install scheduled dates and pull misc. materials through our will call process.
Collaborate with the Electrification Operations partners in the field to ensure fast morning mobilization of our installation crews (i.e. loading jobs the night before, supporting drop shipping, etc.).
Partner with the Service Team to ensure accurate and timely processing of material that needs to be returned to the vendor.

Qualifications/How You Will Be Successful

Warehouse Management Software (WMS) experience, Oracle experience preferred.
Bonus points for previous Warehouse or forklift operation experience.
Identify as a problem solver who can proactively take the lead in forwarding new insights or work methods, with the ability to quickly adapt or change priorities.
Understand the importance of safety policies and procedures, identify and report safety hazards and encourage others to value safety in their work.
Proven record of working well in a group, encouraging a team climate, coordinating with others and offering help where needed to reach a common goal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Requires extended periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, and lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
Ability to stand for entire shift on concrete floors.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs without assistance and 50+ lbs with assistance.
Ability to work in a non-climatically controlled environment throughout the year.
Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment.
Ability to work alone and self supervise.
Ability to operate office equipment including computers and determine accuracy of work.
Ability to interact with co-workers and participate in meetings.
Ability to transport materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks (up to 50lbs frequently unassisted).
Able to hear alarms and commands from a distance.
Able to use ladders and step stools to access materials.
Able to operate a forklift, and push and pull hand carts and hand trucks.
Able to read labels and identify symbols.

Starting salary/wage for this opportunity: $20.48 to $27.31

Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. You can learn more here.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, some essential job functions, and qualifications for the role. It may not include all essential functions, tasks, or requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at candidateaccommodations@sunrun.com.

Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that empowering people and valuing our differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth.

Sunrun Inc. (Nasdaq: RUN) is the nation’s leading home solar, battery storage, and energy services company.

We believe in the power of solar energy to make a real difference in our world. Together, we can tackle the challenges ahead, knowing that every step towards clean energy counts. Join us on this journey towards a more sustainable tomorrow.

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