Quality Assurance Lead (GRD) - #194978

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.
• Telus Health Virtual Care - All employees and their families have free access to top medical professionals when they need advice or a second opinion.
• PocketPills – You and your family will have free access to Canada’s first Digital Pharmacy, PocketPills enables you to call, text or email the pharmacy care team from wherever you are. You will enjoy free delivery of your prescriptions and vitamins straight to your home.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) - You and your family will have free access to consultation and support for your mental, emotional and financial well-being
• 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).
• Gym Subsidy Program - Employees are eligible for a gym membership reimbursement of up to $300 per year, this includes Fitness related App’s.
• 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.
  
  

Quality Assurance Lead (GRD)

The Quality Assurance Lead is responsible for supervising day-to-day quality operations on the production floor, directly managing QA Technicians while proactively driving improvements in product quality, inspection processes, and overall quality systems within GRD. This is a key role in the ongoing development of the plant’s quality program, working cross-functionally with numerous teams including production, engineering, Order support, and supply chain. The role also serves as the key liaison with Central QA to ensure alignment with corporate quality standards, initiatives, and reporting requirements.

The Successful Candidate’s Responsibilities Will Include

Supervision & Execution

• Lead, schedule, and support a team of QA Technicians in daily inspections, issue tracking, and data collection.
• Provide on-the-floor guidance and troubleshooting during inspections, product launches, and quality escalations.
• Ensure that inspection processes and documentation are being followed consistently and accurately.
  
  

Quality Program Development

• Assist with implementation of quality tools such as PFMEAs, control plans, and layered process audits and ISO Internal audits.
• Assist in the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System within the GRD business unit, ensuring alignment with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
• Leverage data analysis tools such as Power BI to monitor quality metrics (e.g., FQR trends, NCRs, defect rates), identify patterns, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Serve as a key quality contact for production supervisors, engineering, customer service, and logistics.
• Participate in and help lead non-conformance investigations, corrective/preventive actions, and root cause analysis efforts.
• Support and prepare for internal and external audits (e.g., ISO, customer visits, or IFS-related assessments).
• Contribute to supplier quality communication and follow-up on incoming material concerns.
  
  

The Ideal Candidate For This Position Will Have

• 3–5 years in a quality role in manufacturing, with at least 1–2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of quality principles, standards, and tools.
• Hands-on experience with common inspection tools and reading technical drawings.
• Proven ability to coach others and hold teams accountable to standards.
• Effective communicator—able to lead meetings, deliver feedback, and influence change.
• Experience with ISO 9001 or similar quality system preferred.
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, coatings, or mechanical assemblies is a strong plus.
  
  

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

Price Industries Limited hires on the basis of 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 [email protected].

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