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 29 reviews)); "Good pay but that's about it" ((in 27 reviews)); "Great Benefits" ((in 16 reviews)); "Learnt a lot from supervisor and co" ((in 6 reviews)); "Growth opportunities and an ability to make an impact at a plant or corporate level" ((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

1.0

Mar 12, 2023

Poor corporate HR and upper management

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits and time off allowed.

Cons

Corporate HR fired several managers and made up excuses to fire them all. Place fell apart and has been ever since I hear.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

3y

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are so sorry to hear about your experience at Challenge. If you have any additional thoughts to share, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

5.0

Mar 9, 2023

Awesome Job!!

Team leader

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great money and keeps you busy!

Cons

A lot of hours but the money is worthit!

Challenge Manufacturing Response

3y

We are so happy to hear about your experience at Challenge! Thank you for your feedback and if you would like to share more, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

1.0

Mar 8, 2023

Violations everywhere

Production associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- flexible schedule - independence in your zone

Cons

- disrespect constantly - employees overworked and overheated - management sucks - violations everywhere

Challenge Manufacturing Response

3y

We are so sorry to hear about your experience at Challenge. We are disappointed to learn that you were not respected as a valuable team-member. Challenge is implementing a new training program to develop and strengthen leadership skills for our managers. We hope to learn more about your experience, if you could please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

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