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Manufacturing · New London, MO

American Puzzle Company

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), American Puzzle Company has a mixed safety record: 5 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty80% serious
$1,080
OSHA penalties
5
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$23,095
Back wages owed

American Puzzle Company in New London, MO has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 5 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,080. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 54 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected American Puzzle Company 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 5 violations, averaging 2.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 4 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 moderately below peers (0.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $23,095 in back wages owed to 50 affected workers. For comparison, Mico Industries in Grand Rapids, MI is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $24,175 in current penalties.

2.5
violations per inspection
80.0%
of violations were serious
14%
of penalized employers rank lower
$23,095
in back wages recovered

How American Puzzle Company compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows American Puzzle Company runs well below peers (0.07x 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

$1,080 Top 14% most affordable more affordable than 86% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $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

What the Data Says About American Puzzle Company

The federal enforcement record for American Puzzle Company in New London, MO includes 2 OSHA inspections and 5 violations, translating to 2.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 4 (80.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $1,800 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $1,080 - a 40.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $540. Against the Manufacturing industry average of $15,410 per employer, this record runs well below peers (0.07x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $23,095 in back wages owed to 50 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2010-03-23 to 2010-03-23, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2010-03-23

Last Inspection

2010-03-23

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$540

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,092

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 2.5 violations per visit. That's $540 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,092.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

4

Serious

80.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

20.0% 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

$1,800

Current Penalty Amount

$1,080

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$24,175

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $720 from the initial assessment of $1,800. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$23,095
Employees Affected
50
WHD Violations
54
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$462
Avg Back Wages per Case
$11,548

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that American Puzzle Company owed $23,095 in back wages to 50 employees across 2 cases and 54 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How American Puzzle Company compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 45,665 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric American Puzzle Company Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.5
Violations 5 7.8
Total Penalty $1,080 $15,410
Avg Penalty per Inspection $540 $6,092
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is American Puzzle Company safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, American Puzzle Company's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 5 violations across 2 inspections, including 4 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does American Puzzle Company have? ▼
American Puzzle Company has 5 OSHA violations on record, including 4 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,080.
How many OSHA inspections has American Puzzle Company had? ▼
American Puzzle Company has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-03-23 and the most recent on 2010-03-23. This averages 2.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for American Puzzle Company? ▼
American Puzzle Company has been assessed $1,080 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $1,800 (a 40.0% reduction). Additionally, $23,095 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does American Puzzle Company have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. American Puzzle Company has 4 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.
Has American Puzzle Company been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against American Puzzle Company, resulting in $23,095 in back wages owed to 50 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does American Puzzle Company operate in? ▼
American Puzzle Company operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 339932). This industry has 45,665 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,522 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if American Puzzle Company owes me wages? ▼
If you believe American Puzzle Company owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $23,095 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
How does American Puzzle Company's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
American Puzzle Company's total OSHA penalty of $1,080 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,410 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.5 per employer. For a direct comparison, Mico Industries in Grand Rapids, MI is a similar manufacturing employer with $24,175 in current penalties.

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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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