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Manufacturing · Rochester, NY

Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC ranks #3,759 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 26 violations across 6 inspections.

Top 5% by penalty81% serious
$61,923
OSHA penalties
26
Violations cited
6
OSHA inspections
#3,759
of 99,447 penalized employers

Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC in Rochester, NY has been the subject of 6 OSHA workplace inspections and 26 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $61,923. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC 6 times over 9 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 26 violations, averaging 4.3 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #3,759 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 5% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 21 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.3x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Tower Extrusions LTD in Olney, TX is another manufacturing employer with 1 OSHA inspection on record and $7,482 in current penalties.

4.3
violations per inspection
80.8%
of violations were serious
#3,759
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 27/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 26 violations across 6 OSHA inspections (4.3 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC runs well above peers (3.9x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$61,923 Bottom 4% least affordable more affordable than 4% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $50,000+: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). This entry ($61,923) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $61,923 $0 $55,000+ every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Manufacturing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both6.06.066.06.02.516.33043.857.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedRICH PRODUCTS CORPOR…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 20REGAL WARE, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 32SIGAN AMERICA, LLC, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 13CARGILL MEAT SOLUTIO…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 18WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 48ERIEVIEW METAL TREAT…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 17DANSER, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 27USS-POSCO INDUSTRIES…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 14POWDER COATING SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 14APPLIED COMPOSITE TE…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 15ASTORIA MARINE CONST…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 18PLASSER AMERICAN COR…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 13ATLANTIC BAIT & TACKLE, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 55CONTROL DEVICES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 17CNH INDUSTRIAL AMERI…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 5TRI-DIM FILTER CORPO…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 13SAPPI NORTH AMERICA, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 5MOUNT VERNON MILLS, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 7PERLICK CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 10SHILOH INDUSTRIES, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 10Advantage Metalwork …, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 26
Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC has 6 OSHA inspections on record and 26 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Manufacturing peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC is the #1,935 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($61,923).

How Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC Compares

Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC's 4.33 violations per inspection compares to the Manufacturing sector average of 8.0 violations per employer.

Against the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well above peers (3.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

6

First Inspection

2016-10-27

Last Inspection

2025-11-25

Inspection Span

9 yrs

Violations / Inspection

4.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$10,321

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 6 inspections over 9 years, averaging 4.3 violations per visit. That's $10,321 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

21

Serious

80.8% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

5

Other-Than-Serious

19.2% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$100,647

Current Penalty Amount

$61,923

Penalty Reduction

38.5%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $38,724 from the initial assessment of $100,647. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 6 2.6
Violations 26 8.0
Total Penalty $61,923 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $10,321 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC, both outside NY so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($61,923 here).

Ifs Filing Systems LLC $61,996 WI CVC Specialty Chemicals INC. $62,000 NJ Exterran Energy Solutions, LP $62,000 TX Tanner Timber Services, LLC $62,000 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (6 inspections here).

Rich Products Corporation 6 insp. Crest Hill, IL Regal Ware, INC. 6 insp. West Bend, WI Sigan America, LLC 6 insp. Ottawa, IL Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation 6 insp. Fort Morgan, CO

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Tower Extrusions LTD
Olney, TX
1 inspections $7,482
Park Plus
Fairview, NJ
0 inspections $0
Ifs Filing Systems LLC
Milwaukee, WI
3 inspections $61,996
CVC Specialty Chemicals INC.
Maple Shade, NJ
2 inspections $62,000
Exterran Energy Solutions, LP
Alleyton, TX
3 inspections $62,000

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What to do with this record

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Figures reflect closed OSHA and WHD federal enforcement actions on record (2010–2026); not every workplace issue results in an inspection or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 26 violations across 6 inspections, including 21 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC have? ▼
Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC has 26 OSHA violations on record, including 21 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $61,923.
How many OSHA inspections has Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC had? ▼
Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC has had 6 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-10-27 and the most recent on 2025-11-25. This averages 4.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC? ▼
Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC has been assessed $61,923 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $100,647 (a 38.5% reduction).
Does Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC has 21 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
What industry does Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC operate in? ▼
Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332322). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC ranks #3,759 (the top 5% of penalized employers nationally). The ordinal is a live COUNT of employers with a lower total_current_penalty; see the methodology page for the exact derivation.
How does Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Advantage Metalwork & Finishing, LLC's total OSHA penalty of $61,923 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (3.9x the average). The employer has 6 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Tower Extrusions LTD in Olney, TX is a similar manufacturing employer with $7,482 in current penalties.
Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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