Wharton, TX
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, Wharton, TX has 8 employers tracked by OSHA with 17 total inspections and $55K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Wharton
Workplace safety enforcement records in Wharton, TX span 8 employers and 17 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.1 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 37 violations — a rate of 2.18 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $55K, averaging $7K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: NAN YA PLASTICS CORPORATION USA alone accounts for $40K in current OSHA penalties, representing 72.9% of the citywide total. The 37 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 Wharton typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 8 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 Wharton
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NAN YA PLASTICS CORPORATION USA Manufacturing | 3 | 13 | $40K |
| 2 | Denny's Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 3 | J-M MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 14 | $10K |
| 4 | City of Wharton Other | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | CAROL'S MACHINE & FABRICATION, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 5 | $3K |
| 6 | STAR METAL FABRICATION, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 5 | $3K |
| 7 | B-5 CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. Construction | 2 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | U.S. DOL-OSHA CORPUS CHRISTI AREA OFFICE Manufacturing | 6 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Wharton, TX
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| NAN YA PLASTICS CORPORATION USA | Manufacturing | 3 | $40K |
| Denny's | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| J-M MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $10K |
| City of Wharton | Other | 0 | $0 |
| CAROL'S MACHINE & FABRICATION, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $3K |
| STAR METAL FABRICATION, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $3K |
| B-5 CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| U.S. DOL-OSHA CORPUS CHRISTI AREA OFFICE | Manufacturing | 6 | $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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