Does Challenge Manufacturing pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Challenge Manufacturing employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Challenge Manufacturing. This rating has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Challenge Manufacturing?

30% of Challenge Manufacturing employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Challenge Manufacturing 2.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.0 for culture and values and 2.7 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Challenge Manufacturing?

Machine Operator (14) , Controls Engineer (12) , Engineer (9) , Automation Technician (8) , Quality Engineer (7) , Welder (7) , Manufacturing Engineer (6) , Production (6) , Production Operator (6) , Quality Manager (6) , Talent Acquisition Specialist (5) , Manager (4) , Operations Manager (4) , Production Supervisor (4) , Production Worker (4)

What are the pros of working at Challenge Manufacturing according to real employee reviews?

"The only pro is that the pay is decent." ((in 29 reviews)); "Some of the people are great and I was able to make long" ((in 28 reviews)); "Great Benefits" ((in 16 reviews)); "Most of the employees are friendly and fun to work with." ((in 6 reviews)); "Learnt a lot from supervisor and co" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Challenge Manufacturing according to real employee reviews?

"Management is terrible." ((in 23 reviews)); "Long hours and mandatory overtime" ((in 15 reviews)); "Layoffs are common." ((in 9 reviews)); "Upper management offers little to no guidance and only expects results without investment." ((in 8 reviews)); "No work life balance." ((in 5 reviews))

What are employees saying about Challenge Manufacturing layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Challenge Manufacturing layoffs and their outlook for job security at Challenge Manufacturing in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Challenge Manufacturing locations?

Holland , Kansas City , Pontiac , Walker , Grand Rapids , Richmond , Saint Louis , Irving , Northlake , Cusseta , Bridgeton , Detroit , Dallas , Fort Worth , Spartanburg , North Kansas City , Auburn , Florissant , Howard City , Fremont , Newaygo , Arlington , Justin , Texas City , East Grand Ra , Brentwood , North Lakeshore Gardens Colonia , Plant

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Challenge Manufacturing reviews

2.6

30% would recommend to a friend

(87 total reviews)

27% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

2.8

Diversity & inclusion

2.8

Compensation and benefits

2.7

Career opportunities

2.1

Work/Life balance

2.0

Culture & values

2.0

Senior management

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3.0

Jun 8, 2022

Mediocre company

Engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good benefits package, good relationship with colleagues.

Cons

no professional growth, take advantage of salary employee by requiring to work unpaid overtime.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your viewpoint at Challenge, and we are sorry to hear about your experience. Our employee-owned company prides itself on building an environment for professional growth, additional training and career advancement. Please email social@challenge-mfg.com if you would like to share more.

3.0

Jun 7, 2022

It's a union shop

Automation tech iii

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is decent, doesn't seem to micromanage too much

Cons

Only get one week of vacation after 90 days, can't go out to car or leave the building.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

Thank you for taking the time to share your insights of Challenge. Our employee-owners are the most important part of what makes Challenge a great place to work and we value your concerns. If you would like to share in more detail what we can do to improve your experience, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

2.0

May 11, 2022

Not bad but no room for growth

Cmm technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Non Union Lab, day shift, independence

Cons

High management turnover, low fixed raises, no room for advancement

Challenge Manufacturing Response

Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback with us. We’re sorry about your experience while working at Challenge. Challenge is fully committed to maximizing our experience for all the talented team members who work with us. Please reply to social@challenge-mfg.com if you would like to engage directly with our employee-owned organization about your experience.

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