Manufacturing Engineering Specialist

Who We Are:

Price Industries Limited, North America’s leading manufacturer and distributor of air distribution products (www.priceindustries.com). The founding principles of Price have never changed – business integrity, first-class service, innovation and a commitment to people. Our dependable quality, reliable delivery, and knowledgeable follow-up service have made Price a market leader in supplying air distribution, critical controls, and noise control products.

After more than 60 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our success.

We are a dynamic, progressive and innovative organization looking for new talent in our growing Winnipeg manufacturing facility. If you thrive on new challenges, and working in a friendly, team-driven environment, you should consider the following opportunity.

What You Can Expect:

• Health and Dental - Employees and their families enjoy paid benefits covering an extensive list of medical and dental expenses and services.  

• Manulife Virtual Pharmacy - Access pharmacy services anytime, anywhere through the Manulife app, with eligible prescriptions delivered directly to your home.

• Manulife Mental Health and Counselling Services - Access confidential mental health and wellness support through the Manulife app, with convenient options to book counselling, consultations, and guided programs all in one place.

• Life and Disability - You will be provided with life insurance in a multiple of your salary with an option to purchase additional coverage.  

• Pension Matching Program - Invest in your future with each pay cheque through our Defined Contribution Pension Plan and we will match your contribution (up to 3% of your salary).

• Wellness Reimbursement Program - Employees are eligible for a fitness centre or club membership reimbursement of up to $300 per year, this includes Fitness related App’s.

• Personal and Professional Development - We are committed to helping you reach your potential through training and education.

• Community Involvement - Generously supporting health, charities, youth, and education opportunities is our passion, and you’re invited to be a part of that.

• Our convenient Price Café offers free Tea and Coffee.

Manufacturing Engineering Specialist - Finishing

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include:

• Lead machine/system upgrades, relocations, commissioning, and decommissioning efforts, coordinating with contractors, maintenance teams, and cross-functional departments to ensure seamless execution.
• Support product launches and changes, including verification of part design compatibility with finishing requirements.
• Coordinate and manage manufacturing support projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget compliance, and meeting all scope requirements.
• Provide production support through machinery/process troubleshooting, testing, and validation to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
• Identify and spearhead initiatives to resolve equipment and process safety hazards, ensuring compliance with CSA standards and a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with EHS teams to ensure manufacturing processes meet environmental, chemical handling, and regulatory requirements.
• Validate, enhance, and document manufacturing processes for parts and assemblies across multiple business units and plants, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Lead the identification, financial justification, and implementation of new machinery/systems, automation solutions, and strategic-level process improvements to optimize production.
• Champion lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, SMED, line balancing, waste reduction, time studies, and Kanban to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain and optimize shop floor layouts using 2D CAD software and analytical methods for efficient space and resource utilization.
• Design and implement storage and transportation solutions for raw materials and WIP.
• Design and implement safety guards, fixtures, tools, machine modifications, and other production implements.
• Develop and maintain job instruction documentation, lead training sessions for production staff, and conduct regular process audits.
• Assist maintenance and production teams with setting up preventative maintenance procedures.
• Respond to quality concerns and support their resolution.
• Lead project introduction and review meetings, along with delivery of structured status updates, providing clear communication on scope, schedule, risks, and deliverables.

The ideal candidate for this position will have: 

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Chemical, Biosystems Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficient in CAD software (2D and 3D) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Experience with SharePoint or database management is an asset.
• Strong project management skills, capable of handling multiple projects and delivering results.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decisions.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude with in-depth knowledge of manufacturing equipment, processes, and drawing interpretation.
• Experience in mechanical design, tooling, and sheet metal manufacturing processes is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with anodizing, metal surface treatments, or other industrial finishing processes (e.g., liquid painting, powder coating) is considered an asset.
• Experience with environmental regulations, chemical handling procedures, and waste management.
• Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, able to collaborate across all levels of an organization.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality results.
• Dedicated to continuous improvement and staying up to date with industry best practices.
• Strong affiliation with Price’s core values.

Should this excellent opportunity interest you, please submit your resume, including salary expectations.

We appreciate the interest shown by all applicants, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.