Does Challenge Manufacturing pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Challenge Manufacturing employees rate their compensation and benefits as 2.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Challenge Manufacturing. This rating has improved by 4% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Challenge Manufacturing?

30% 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?

"Good pay and lot of hourd" ((in 31 reviews)); "Some of the people are great and I was able to make long" ((in 31 reviews)); "Great Benefits" ((in 16 reviews)); "Growth opportunities and an ability to make an impact at a plant or corporate level" ((in 6 reviews)); "Most of the employees are friendly and fun to work with." ((in 6 reviews))

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

"Management is terrible." ((in 23 reviews)); "Long hours and mandatory overtime" ((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 work life balance." ((in 6 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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2.6

30% would recommend to a friend

(86 total reviews)

27% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

2.8

Diversity & inclusion

2.8

Compensation and benefits

2.7

Career opportunities

2.1

Work/Life balance

2.0

Culture & values

2.0

Senior management

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3.0

Nov 6, 2024

OK

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

workload not too heavy as much

Cons

pay not that high ish

Challenge Manufacturing Response

Thank you for sharing your feedback of Challenge. We appreciate your comments of your experience, if you have any additional thoughts, please share them with social@challenge-mfg.com.

3.0

Nov 5, 2024

Hazardous

Operator

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The pay is competitive Career advancement is encouraged Fellow employees are nice (typically)

Cons

Frequent machine, and overall line shutdowns Multiple instances of intoxicated employees Employees taught to recite values, not know them. Closed campus

Challenge Manufacturing Response

Thank you for sharing your feedback of Challenge. At Challenge, safety is our main priority. We appreciate your comments of your experience, if you have any additional thoughts, please share

4.0

Oct 3, 2024

Competitive manufacturing company

Quality engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Provides frequent training and opportunities to grow up

Cons

Too much work and demand against salary

Challenge Manufacturing Response

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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