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 advantages 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 Career 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.

Job Title: CNC Laser Programmer

Job Summary Reporting to the Plant Manager, this position is responsible for creating, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programmes for industrial laser cutting machinery to fabricate precision metal parts using engineering drawings, CAD files and work orders. This role involves converting CAD designs into efficient machine routings, optimizing sheet metal nests to minimize material scrap, downtime, and collaborating with production, engineering, and quality teams to ensure seamless manufacturing execution.

Key Responsibilities

CNC Programming &

- Setup:

- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances and work orders
- Create or edit CNC laser programs using the appropriate controller or CAD/CAM software
- Develop efficient sheet metal nesting layouts to maximize material utilization, improve material yield and minimize scrap variance.
- Convert CAD files into efficient cutting paths and machine-ready programs

Process &

- Routing Support

- Interpret engineering blueprints, flat patterns, and bill of materials (BOMs)
- Troubleshoot program errors, edge quality issues, or machine code glitches on the shop floor.
- Establish standard cycle times and routing cut speeds to support accurate job costing and scheduling.

Shop Floor Collaboration &

- Teamwork

- Work directly with laser operators to validate first-article cut quality and optimize feed rates




- Revise existing programs based on operator feedback or design change notices (ECNs)
- Maintain and organize a clean, standardized digital library of laser files and revision-controlled nest routines.
- Strong problem-solving, across-departmental communication to deliver support and urgency to the shop floor.

Continuous Improvement &

- Quality

- Identify opportunities to reduce cut times and lower material costs
- Ensure part tolerances meet customer specifications and Critical Environments quality standards

Experience Qualification &

- Skills

- 2–5+ years of experience in CNC sheet metal programming/nesting within a custom and high-volume manufacturing setting with increasing hybrid design variations and adaptive models

Software Proficiency

- CAD/CAM software (SigmaNEST, TruTops, BySoft, Lantek, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD).
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP manufacturing systems (e.g., SAP, IFS, etc) is a great asset

Technical Knowledge

- Strong understanding of sheet metal properties, bend allowances, kerf compensation, and thermal distortion.
- Proficiency in reading geometric dimensioning & tolerancing
- Familiarity with major laser machine brands (TRUMPF, Bystronic, Amada, Mazak, Salvagnini, Cincinnati or comparable machines) will be considered a great asset

Physical Requirements &

- Working Conditions

- Ability to lift up to 30–50 lbs periodically when inspecting cut parts or material stock
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required when on the manufacturing floor (safety glasses, steel-toe boots, ear protection).

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.

📌 CNC Laser Programmer (Winnipeg)
🏢 PRICE INDUSTRIES
📍 Winnipeg