Does Challenge Manufacturing pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Challenge Manufacturing employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.9 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Challenge Manufacturing. This rating has improved by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Challenge Manufacturing?

31% 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?

"Some of the people are great and I was able to make long" ((in 31 reviews)); "Good pay and lot of hourd" ((in 30 reviews)); "Most of the employees are friendly and fun to work with." ((in 6 reviews)); "Growth opportunities and an ability to make an impact at a plant or corporate level" ((in 5 reviews)); "The corporate EHS team is amazing" ((in 5 reviews))

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

"Management is terrible." ((in 23 reviews)); "Hours are long and union is tough." ((in 13 reviews)); "Layoffs are common." ((in 9 reviews)); "Upper management offers little to no guidance and only expects results without investment." ((in 8 reviews)); "No training." ((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

Challenge Manufacturing reviews

2.6

31% would recommend to a friend

(316 total reviews)

28% positive business outlook

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Challenge Manufacturing has an employee rating of 2.6 out of 5 stars, based on 316 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Challenge Manufacturing employee rating is 25% below average for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

316 reviews

4.0

Oct 3, 2024

Competitive manufacturing company

Quality engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Provides frequent training and opportunities to grow up

Cons

Too much work and demand against salary

Challenge Manufacturing Response

1y

We appreciate your feedback regarding the Challenge workplace. We would like to hear additional information about your experience, if you could please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

2.0

Sep 26, 2024

Work

Production operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Easy work but it is mundane

Cons

Alot of the highest people in the warehouse don't know what they're doing and they don't care about promoting good workers. Just their friends and yes men.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your experience of Challenge. We are so sorry about your experience with management. If you have any additional suggestions, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

4.0

Sep 21, 2024

Good Corporate Team

Welding engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

If you work hard and do your job. People will recognize that.

Cons

Communication can be better. It’s still a growing company.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

1y

Thank you for sharing your review of Challenge! We appreciate the recognition of our job opportunities and professional advancements. Please share any additional comments you have to social@challenge-mfg.com.

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