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

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (316 reviews)

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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

5.0

Apr 19, 2023

ready to work

Assembly line worker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Hard worker and ready asap

Cons

Always on time and willing

Challenge Manufacturing Response

3y

Thank you for sharing your feedback on Challenge! We are grateful to have you as a team-member demonstrating one of our core values, Ownership. Owning your position at Challenge is essential to your individual growth as well as our progress. Please share any additional thoughts to social@challenge-mfg.com.

4.0

Apr 16, 2023

Lots of hours

Robotic weld technician

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people. They are willing to share their knowledge to help you succeed.

Cons

Lots of hours. Long hours

Challenge Manufacturing Response

3y

Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding Challenge. We are glad that you enjoyed working with our team-members. Teamwork is one of our core values and is vital to establish at Challenge. If you have additional information, please share with social@challenge-mfg.com.

2.0

Apr 11, 2023

Messy and hostile environment.

Machine operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits, breaks pay and some people are nice.

Cons

Messy and hostile environment. Toxic!.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

3y

We are so sorry about your experience at Challenge. Challenge has worked to develop a flourishing environment for our team-members. To share more about your experience, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

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