Novanta reviews

3.8

70% would recommend to a friend

(326 total reviews)
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Matthijs Glastra

71% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

Novanta has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 326 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Novanta employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

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326 reviews
5.0
Nov 24, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Cohesive teams and engaged employees

Cons

No cons at this time.

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Novanta Response
7mo
Thank you for the positive feedback! We’re proud to hear that our teams feel cohesive and engaged—it’s a reflection of the collaborative culture we strive to build every day. Creating an environment where employees feel connected and supported is a top priority for us, and feedback like yours reinforces that we’re on the right track. We’ll continue to strengthen teamwork and engagement across all areas of the company.
3.0
Nov 18, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good place to learn new technology

Cons

Lacks career growth opportunities in certain divisions of company or based on location.

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Novanta Response
7mo
Thank you for your feedback and for the contributions you made during your time at Novanta. We’re glad you found value in working with new technologies; continued learning is something we encourage across our teams. We understand that career growth is an important priority for our employees, and we’re committed to creating opportunities across all businesses and locations. While roles have different paths based on business needs or geography, we’re actively working to expand development programs and leadership training to ensure everyone has access to opportunities to learn and grow. Your input helps us improve, and we encourage employees to speak with their manager or HR partner about available resources and career planning support. We appreciate your perspective and wish you all the best in your next chapter.
1.0
Nov 14, 2025

Dead company

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Factory workers are sincere and helpful

Cons

Ship has sunk. Leadership at all levels is clueless.

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Novanta Response
7mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and for your contributions during your time at Novanta. We’re glad to hear you had a positive experience working with our factory teams; their dedication and sincerity are the backbone of our operations. We’re committed to continuous improvement and creating a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and heard. Looking ahead to 2026, one of our goals is to strengthen leadership alignment and enhance communication so every leader can effectively support our strategy and culture. These efforts are part of our broader goal of making Novanta a great place to work. We appreciate your perspective and wish you the best in your next chapter.
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