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 32 reviews)); "Good pay and lot of hourd" ((in 28 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 Money and hours are good" ((in 4 reviews))

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

"Hours are long and union is tough." ((in 14 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)); "Bias management, drugs infestation, supervisor getting high on lunch breaks." ((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 28, 2025

Great company to work for.

Janitor/cleaner

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Family oriented Union Willing to work with you Room to learn and grow

Cons

Not enough janitors on 2nd shift

Challenge Manufacturing Response

10mo

Thank you for sharing your feedback about your experience at Challenge. To share any additional comments about your experience, please email social@challenge-mfg.com.

1.0

Jun 18, 2025

I was not happy there I called corporate plenty of times

Warehouse worker

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It was hot as hell on the inside no AC but they pay good

Cons

They always want you to work overtime and as hot as hell might I add again

Challenge Manufacturing Response

1y

We are so sorry about your experience at Challenge. Please share any additional information with social@challenge-mfg.com for us to further understand your experience.

4.0

Jun 2, 2025

Overall positive

Talent acquisition specialist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great people to work with and a great focus in development.

Cons

A little old school, could become more progressive similar to other companies within the industry

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.

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