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Build a career powered by innovations that matter! At Novanta, our innovations power technology products that are transforming healthcare and advanced manufacturing—improving productivity, enhancing people’s lives and redefining what’s possible. We create for our global customers engineered components and sub-systems that deliver extreme precision and performance for a range of mission-critical applications—from minimally invasive surgery to robotics to 3D metal printing.
Novanta is one global team with over 26 offices located in The Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Looking for a great place to work? You have found it with a culture that embraces teamwork, collaboration and empowerment. Come explore Novanta.
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Stockport, UK
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
About Novanta
At Novanta, we bring advanced technology to life. As a global leader in mission-critical technologies for medical and advanced industrial OEMs, we’re driven by innovation, precision, and purpose. Join a team where your expertise powers breakthroughs that matter.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer with a proven track record in manufacturing and process engineering to lead high-impact initiatives at our Stockport facility. This is a pivotal role focused on product transfer, project management, process optimisation, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage new product introductions (NPI) and product transfers from design to full-scale production.
* Drive process optimisation initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
* Champion continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to deliver seamless project execution.
* Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
What You Bring
* 10+ years of experience in manufacturing and process engineering roles.
* Strong background in project management and cross-functional leadership.
* Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis.
* Demonstrated success in product transfer and scaling production processes.
* Experience in precision manufacturing environments is highly advantageous.
* Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Why Join Novanta?
* Work on cutting-edge technologies that make a real-world impact.
* Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for professional growth and global collaboration.
Novanta is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or Novanta policy.
Please call +1 781-266-5700 if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Manufacturing and Engineering
* Industries
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
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