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

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Challenge Manufacturing reviews

2.6

31% would recommend to a friend

(316 total reviews)

28% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

2.9

Compensation and benefits

2.8

Diversity & inclusion

2.7

Career opportunities

2.1

Work/Life balance

2.0

Culture & values

2.0

Senior management

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).

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316 reviews

1.0

Mar 8, 2023

Harsh work environment

Operations

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is decent overall. A few good higher ups.

Cons

Overturn here is way too high. Hours worked will run you dry. Too much childish stuff goes on.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

We are so sorry to learn about your experience at Challenge. Challenge is implementing a new training program to develop and strengthen leadership skills for our managers. If you have additional feedback to share, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

2.0

Mar 7, 2023

Pays good, work enviroment is bad.

Press mechanic

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay is highest in the industry.

Cons

Management is terrible, I'm surprised they're still in business.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

We are sorry to hear about your experience at Challenge. We can assure that our management is qualified and experienced for their position. Our leaders work hard to give our team-members guidance and instruction. If you have additional information to share with us, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

2.0

Mar 7, 2023

Not good

Tool and die maker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay/hr is descent, but not worth it.

Cons

ABCD 12hr shifts are not good. Lunch is not paid so A & B is only 38 hours paid, C & D is only 34.5 hour paid, and low chance for overtime. Not what was expected.

Challenge Manufacturing Response

We are so sorry about your experience at Challenge. We care about our team-members and appreciate our skilled tradesmen greatly, they are a vital asset to Challenge. If you have additional thoughts to share, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

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