Joplin, MO
OSHA inspections and DOL WHD cases sourced from the most recent federal release. Each employer record links to the full inspection or case history.
As of 2024, Joplin, MO has 66 employers tracked by OSHA with 66 total inspections and $299K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Joplin
Workplace safety enforcement records in Joplin, MO span 66 employers and 66 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.0 inspection per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 119 violations — a rate of 1.80 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $299K, averaging $5K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: El Vallarta Mexican Restaurant alone accounts for $0 in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.0% of the citywide total. The 119 violations on record include every citation category OSHA tracks — serious, willful, repeat, and other-than-serious. Because OSHA prioritizes complaint-driven and high-hazard inspections, cities with active enforcement footprints like Joplin typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 66 employer records provide a verifiable compliance trail. Each record below links to that employer's full inspection history, violation breakdown, and penalty timeline. The underlying data comes directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement database and reflects current assessed amounts following any settlements, informal conferences, or formal contests.
Top Employers in Joplin
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | El Vallarta Mexican Restaurant Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2 | GILTON SOLID WASTE Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | 6 | $58K |
| 3 | AJM PACKAGING CORPORATION Manufacturing | 7 | 14 | $54K |
| 4 | JASPER PRODUCTS Wholesale Trade | 3 | 7 | $47K |
| 5 | Evans Painting Co LLC Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 6 | Railroad Salvage & Restoration Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | Toyko Japanese Steak House Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | Quality Lawn Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | 1st Choice Heating Air And Refrigeration Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Joplin, MO
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Vallarta Mexican Restaurant | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| GILTON SOLID WASTE | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | $58K |
| AJM PACKAGING CORPORATION | Manufacturing | 7 | $54K |
| JASPER PRODUCTS | Wholesale Trade | 3 | $47K |
| Evans Painting Co LLC | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| Railroad Salvage & Restoration | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| Toyko Japanese Steak House | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| El Vaquero Mexican Restaurant | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Quality Lawn | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| 1st Choice Heating Air And Refrigeration | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Neal Group Construction, LLC | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Mojo Burger | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| AJM PACKAGING | Manufacturing | 1 | $0 |
| SERVICE RECYCLING, LLC | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $17K |
| O & F MACHINE PRODUCTS COMPANY | Manufacturing | 3 | $17K |
| Communication Solutions, LLC | Information | 0 | $0 |
| JASPER PRODUCTS LLC | Wholesale Trade | 3 | $16K |
| Zipz Energy 3 | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Days Inn Joplin | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Alternative Opportunities | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| HEARTLAND PET FOOD MANUFACTURING | Manufacturing | 2 | $13K |
| AMERICAN FIBREX | Manufacturing | 2 | $11K |
| Wheelen R-V | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| BARD AND BARD LLC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $10K |
| Ashley Furniture HomeStore | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Krackin Cajun Seafood House Joplin | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| SPRING RIVER CHRISTIAN VILLAGE, INC. | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $7K |
| Super 8 | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Carlson Construction & Excavating, LLC | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| My Destiny Home Care | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| ABLE MANUFACTURING & ASSEMBLY LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $6K |
| EMERY SAPP & SONS | Construction | 1 | $0 |
| MIDWEST TOOL INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $6K |
| Del Rio Bordertown Cafe | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| 4 STATE INTERNATIONAL TRUCKS | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $5K |
| TAMKO BUILDING PRODUCTS | Manufacturing | 2 | $5K |
| Habanero's Mexican Grill | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| BRANCO ENTERPRISES, INC | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Service Recycling | Wholesale Trade | 0 | $0 |
| LANCASTER SIGN CO. | Construction | 2 | $4K |
| SUGAR CREEK DESIGNS INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $4K |
| MID-AMERICA PRECISION PRODUCTS, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $3K |
| AMERICAN RAMP COMPANY | Manufacturing | 5 | $3K |
| Jay Hatfield Mobility, LLC | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Transport Distribution Company | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| ALLMETAL PRODUCTS INC.* | Manufacturing | 2 | $3K |
| Preferred Family Healthcare, Incorporated | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Zipz Energy 5 | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Joplin Housing Authority | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Kidz Playhouse, LLC | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
Source: OSHA Enforcement Data — U.S. Department of Labor (data.dol.gov)
Source: Wage & Hour Division (WHD) Compliance Actions — U.S. Department of Labor
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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