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

Jul 17, 2022

Good company

Assembly line worker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of opportunity. Many of the negative reviews online are misleading. Probably people who want a check for not doing anything.

Cons

It’s hard work but rewarding

Challenge Manufacturing Response

3y

Thank you for taking the time to share your viewpoint at Challenge. We are constantly striving to improve our work environment and we would like to welcome the opportunity to learn more about your experience at Challenge. Please feel free to reach out to social@challenge-mfg.com to share more.

1.0

Aug 2, 2021

Don’t waste your time

Quality inspector

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

None I can think of, pretty awful all around, your better off begging for change on a street corner.

Cons

When I first applied here I told them I was looking for a better work/life balance, over time was discussed prior to me accepting the job then all off a sudden I get told I have to work 7 days a week for 12 hour shifts. I refused and told them I would tender a written resignation. Management refused to accept my resignation and said if I don’t show up then I’m no showing, the union refused to intervene so I just left.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

4y

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We appreciate and value your input as a past team member. The labor shortage that has plagued much of 21’ has taken a toll on all of our employees and Challenge recognizes the hard work our employees during this period. We are fully committed to maximizing our employee experience for all talented individuals who work with us at our employee-owned organization. Please reach out to social@challenge-mfg.com to address the concerns in more detail.

1.0

Aug 1, 2021

This place is horrible. Bad hours and worse management

Machine operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

none. there is nothing good to say about this place. I wish that I never took a job here.

Cons

Everything about this place is a con. I was brought on and instantly put on 12 hours shifts seven days a week. They will run you into the ground here

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