Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting · Salinas, CA

D & J Packing LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), D & J Packing LLC ranks #35,184 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 3 violations across 1 inspections.

Upper half by penalty33% serious
$10,000
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#35,184
of 99,447 penalized employers

D & J Packing LLC in Salinas, CA has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $10,000. The employer also has 1 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) case on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected D & J Packing LLC once. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #35,184 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 1 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.7x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $8,876 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, Gabriel Vega in Dixie, GA is another agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
33.3%
of violations were serious
#35,184
of 99,447 penalized employers
$8,876
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

D 63/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 3 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (3.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • B Wage & hour compliance: $9K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($9K per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How D & J Packing LLC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows D & J Packing LLC runs well above peers (2.9x 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

$10,000 Bottom 35% least affordable more affordable than 35% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,150 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

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is D & J Packing LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.102.65.37.910.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedHIRAKATA FARMS LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0RAFAEL BARAJAS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4RED BALL GIN CO, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1JERROLD A. WATSON & …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2S. BLOOD COMPANY, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2WYCKOFF FARMS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3Intergrow Greenhouse…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 10CEDAR MEADOW FARM, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0ANDERSON TRUCKING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0SHATLEY FARMS LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0PLANTERS COTTON OIL …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 6J-M FARMS, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1SIEMBRA FINCA CARACO…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0NEEDVILLE GIN COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2JULIAN HERNANDEZ, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4PRIMETIME HARVESTING…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0PGM PACKING, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1BANANERA PAGAN, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5GIBSON TIMBER COMPAN…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4SUMMIT POULTRY INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3D & J Packing LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3
D & J Packing LLC has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 3 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

D & J Packing LLC in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting enforcement ledger

Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector: D & J Packing LLC is the #579 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 2,224 employers with nonzero fines ($10,000). WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place D & J Packing LLC at rank #1,240 of 2,875 employers ($8,876 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $10,000 OSHA penalties plus $8,876 WHD back wages (47.0% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How D & J Packing LLC Compares

D & J Packing LLC's 3.00 violations per inspection compares to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector average of 2.4 violations per employer.

Against the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,448 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well above peers (2.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2023-05-12

Last Inspection

2023-05-12

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$10,000

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,537

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $10,000 per inspection vs. the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting average of $2,537.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

33.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

66.7% 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

$19,200

Current Penalty Amount

$10,000

Penalty Reduction

47.9%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$18,876

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $9,200 from the initial assessment of $19,200. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$8,876
Employees Affected
1
WHD Violations
3
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$8,876
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$8,876

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that D & J Packing LLC owed $8,876 in back wages to 1 employee across 1 case and 3 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: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

How D & J Packing LLC compares to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector, which has 5,988 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric D & J Packing LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 1 1.4
Violations 3 2.4
Total Penalty $10,000 $3,448
Avg Penalty per Inspection $10,000 $2,537

Nationwide Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for D & J Packing LLC, both outside CA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($10,000 here).

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (1 inspections here).

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What to do with this record

Use D & J Packing LLC's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare D & J Packing LLC against Gabriel Vega, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
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  • D & J Packing LLC also carries $8,876 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

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 D & J Packing LLC safe to work at?
Based on OSHA records, D & J Packing LLC's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 3 violations across 1 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does D & J Packing LLC have?
D & J Packing LLC has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $10,000.
How many OSHA inspections has D & J Packing LLC had?
D & J Packing LLC has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2023-05-12 and the most recent on 2023-05-12. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for D & J Packing LLC?
D & J Packing LLC has been assessed $10,000 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $19,200 (a 47.9% reduction). Additionally, $8,876 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does D & J Packing LLC have any serious or willful violations?
Yes. D & J Packing LLC has 1 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 D & J Packing LLC been cited for wage theft?
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against D & J Packing LLC, resulting in $8,876 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does D & J Packing LLC operate in?
D & J Packing LLC operates in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector (NAICS code 115115). This industry has 5,988 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 8,139 total OSHA inspections and $20.65M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if D & J Packing LLC owes me wages?
If you believe D & J Packing LLC 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 $8,876 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does D & J Packing LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties?
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, D & J Packing LLC ranks #35,184 (the upper half 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 D & J Packing LLC's safety record compare to industry average?
D & J Packing LLC's total OSHA penalty of $10,000 is above the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,448 per employer (2.9x the average). The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.4 per employer. For a direct comparison, Gabriel Vega in Dixie, GA is a similar agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting employer with $0 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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