Quality Improvement Specialist

Price Industries; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly reward program

Personal and professional development

Community involvement

Price Café with free tea/coffee

Job summary

Price Industries Limited, a leader in air distribution products, seeks a Quality/Process Improvement professional for its Winnipeg facility. You will analyze quality metrics, drive improvement initiatives, and manage projects from data analysis to verification, collaborating with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.

The role emphasizes Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, problem-solving, and data visualization with Excel and Power BI, supporting sustained manufacturing excellence.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Quality, Engineering, or related field; alternative with manufacturing experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Analyze quality metrics (scrap, rework, COQ, and related losses) to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Lead and support quality and process-improvement initiatives with measurable results.
• Manage improvement projects from data analysis to implementation and verification.
• Analyze manufacturing scrap, material utilization, and waste; drive improvements.
• Investigate shipping damage and packaging issues; implement process improvements.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Shipping, Logistics, and Quality teams.
• Use Pareto Analysis, 5 Whys, Fishbone, RCA and statistical tools for decisions.
• Apply project-management with actions, timelines, and follow-ups.
• Identify opportunities to reduce Cost of Quality and improve efficiency.
• Develop quality reports and dashboards to monitor progress.
• Verify sustained effectiveness of improvements and report status to QA Manager.

Skills

Data analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Quality improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Post-secondary education in Quality/Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

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

• As part of our Goals, Rewards, Improvement and Teamwork program qualifying teams can enjoy a monthly reward.
• 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.

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include:

• Analyze key quality performance metrics, including scrap, rework, shipping damage, Cost of Quality (COQ), and other quality-related losses, to identify trends, key drivers, and improvement opportunities.
• Lead and support the implementation of quality and process improvement initiatives, ensuring identified opportunities are translated into practical actions and measurable results.
• Manage assigned improvement projects from data analysis and problem identification through root cause analysis, implementation, follow-up, and effectiveness verification.
• Conduct detailed analysis of manufacturing scrap, including material utilization, programming-related scrap, production waste, defects, and process inefficiencies, and work with the appropriate teams to implement improvements.
• Investigate shipping damage and packaging-related issues to identify trends and contributing factors and implement improvements to packaging, material handling, storage, and shipping processes.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, Shipping, Logistics, Supply Chain, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to investigate problems, develop solutions, and implement improvement initiatives.
• Utilize structured problem-solving and quality improvement tools, including Pareto Analysis, 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, Root Cause Analysis, and statistical analysis, to support data-driven decision-making.
• Apply project management principles to assigned improvement initiatives by establishing actions, responsibilities, timelines, deliverables, and follow-up activities.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce Cost of Quality, minimize waste, improve process efficiency, and prevent recurring quality issues.
• Develop and maintain quality reports, dashboards, and trend analyses using Excel, Power BI, and other data analysis tools to monitor performance and improvement progress.
• Monitor and verify the effectiveness of implemented improvements to ensure results are measurable and sustained.
• Provide regular updates to the QA Manager and relevant stakeholders on improvement project status, results, risks, and required support or escalation.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, problem prevention, accountability, and data-driven decision-making.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Post-secondary education in Quality, Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Business/Data Analytics, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant manufacturing experience will also be considered.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, quality improvement, process improvement, continuous improvement, or a related technical role.
• Demonstrated experience successfully implementing quality or process improvements and achieving measurable results.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, investigate root causes, develop solutions, and follow improvements through implementation.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, material utilization, scrap reduction, waste reduction, process efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage improvement activities and projects while working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, charts, data analysis, and trend reporting. Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools is considered an asset.
• Knowledge and practical experience with continuous improvement and root cause analysis methodologies, including Lean Manufacturing, 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, Pareto Analysis, and structured problem-solving.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 8D, SPC, or other continuous improvement methodologies is considered an asset.
• Strong technical aptitude and a hands-on approach, with the willingness to investigate manufacturing processes and quality issues directly on the production floor.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and project coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with Production, supervisors, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and management.

Price Industries Limited hires based on merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including all genders, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodation throughout the selection process and while working at Price. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

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