Warehouse Associate

Foundation Building Materials, LLC; Kingston; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Health Care

Dental

Vision

RRSP match program

Career path designed with you in mind

Job summary

Foundation Building Materials is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Kingston to receive, organize, and load materials while upholding safety and quality standards. You will support a fast-paced team and ensure accurate product knowledge for customers and colleagues alike.

The role is full-time with a pay rate of $29.00 per hour and a comprehensive benefits package, RRSP matching, and a clear path for career growth within FBM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in a warehouse is preferred.
• Strong customer service and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide service to customers entering the warehouse.
• Assist with unloading, organizing, and loading materials.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment and follow safety protocols.
• Attend and participate in all required company training programs.
• Perform occasional forklift operation and manual handling as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Product knowledge

Warehouse operations

Safety awareness

Training participation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company serving the commercial and residential construction markets across United States and Canada. In conjunction with Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a premier provider of commercial door, frame, and hardware solutions, FBM supports a broad range of construction and architectural projects nationwide.

Together, FBM and UDHG’s 8,000+ Team Members are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development. By combining scale, specialty expertise, and a customer-first mindset, we deliver high-quality products and services to contractors, builders, and project teams across diverse markets. As the organization continues to grow and evolve we are investing in strong, forward-thinking talent to support our long-term success.

Overview

At Foundation Building Materials (FBM), Warehouse Associates keep operations running smoothly—receiving, organizing, and safely loading materials with precision and pride. Join a fast-paced, hands-on team that values integrity, reliability, and career growth.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

• Customer Service & Product Knowledge
  • Provide service to customers entering the warehouse
  • Maintain a high level of customer focus in producing quality products and services
  • Maintain a full understanding of all products by identification, weight, and size
• Warehouse Operations & Maintenance
  • Perform minor building maintenance when necessary
  • Receive, organize, and move incoming materials and load outgoing materials
  • Allocate and move material to its correct place and ensure an orderly warehouse at all times
  • Maintain packing specifications, and make suitable skids/pallets, etc
  • Participate in monthly and/or annual physical inventories
• Safety
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment
  • Follow all safety protocols and Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) requirements to maintain a safe working environment
  • Use proper lifting techniques
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment safety shoes and clothing
• Trainings
  • Attend and participate in all required company training programs
• Physical Requirements
  • Frequent use of hands and arms for equipment operation, grasping and manipulation
  • Occasional operation of forklift or other similar equipment for multiple hours a day
  • Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying approximately 100 lbs. utilizing proper lifting procedures
  • Additional physical requirements may be needed as duties are assigned
• Miscellaneous
  • Support our values in the stand areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Building supply warehouse experience strongly preferred
• High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent work experience and/or training

Compensation and Benefits

Reports To

Branch Manager

Compensation

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position. The actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

• Base: $29.00 per hour
• Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits

At FBM, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work. Our excellent package includes:

• Extended Health Care
• Dental
• Vision
• RRSP match program to support your long-term financial future
• A career path designed with you in mind

Statements

Foundation Building Materials is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace across Canada.

We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and newcomers to Canada.

In accordance with applicable human rights and accessibility legislation, we are committed to providing accommodation throughout the hiring process and employment lifecycle. If you require accommodation at any stage, please contact [e-mail].