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Dyersville Die Cast

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Dyersville Die Cast ranks #15,339 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 9 violations across 7 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty100% serious
$22,404
OSHA penalties
9
Violations cited
7
OSHA inspections
#15,339
of 99,447 penalized employers

Dyersville Die Cast in Dyersville, IA has been the subject of 7 OSHA workplace inspections and 9 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $22,404. 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 Dyersville Die Cast 7 times over 6 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 9 violations, averaging 1.3 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #15,339 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 9 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 (2.7x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $626 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, Portobello America in Baxter, TN is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

1.3
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#15,339
of 99,447 penalized employers
$626
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

B 81/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 9 violations across 7 OSHA inspections (1.3 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $626 in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($626 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 Dyersville Die Cast compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Dyersville Die Cast runs moderately above peers (1.4x 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

$22,404 Bottom 15% least affordable more affordable than 15% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Manufacturing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Dyersville Die Cast.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both7.07.077.07.0018.937.856.775.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedOKAMOTO SANDUSKY MAN…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 27SPINWELD, INC., OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 27J.R. SIMPLOT COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 17ADAMS THERMAL SYSTEM…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 72STELLANTIS DBA FCA U…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 4ICF INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 4GOKOH COLDWATER INC, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 37ESSENTRA PLASTICS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 22HB FULLER DBA ROYAL …, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 12ETHAN ALLEN OPERATIO…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 11SAPUTO DAIRY FOODS U…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 4EVERETT SHIP REPAIR,…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 1SOLO CUP OPERATING C…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 7BIG RIVER STEEL, LLC, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 8GRAPHIC PACKAGING IN…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 3PRIMROSE CANDY CO., OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 5SELECTIVE INDUSTRIES…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 43STERLING METAL WORKS…, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 36HANDGARDS, INC., OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 7HOMER DONALDSON CO LLC, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 21Dyersville Die Cast, OSHA inspections: 7 · Violations cited: 9
Dyersville Die Cast has 7 OSHA inspections on record and 9 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.

Dyersville Die Cast in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Dyersville Die Cast is the #7,482 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($22,404). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Dyersville Die Cast ranks #4,411 among 4,429 Manufacturing employers with WHD recoveries ($626).

Combined federal exposure here: $22,404 OSHA penalties plus $626 WHD back wages (2.7% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Dyersville Die Cast Compares

Dyersville Die Cast's 1.29 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 moderately above peers (1.4x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

7

First Inspection

2015-04-01

Last Inspection

2020-12-01

Inspection Span

6 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,201

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 7 inspections over 6 years, averaging 1.3 violations per visit. That's $3,201 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

9

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% 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

$27,354

Current Penalty Amount

$22,404

Penalty Reduction

18.1%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$23,030

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $4,950 from the initial assessment of $27,354. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$626
Employees Affected
1
WHD Violations
2
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$626
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$626

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Dyersville Die Cast owed $626 in back wages to 1 employee across 1 case and 2 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 Dyersville Die Cast compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Dyersville Die Cast Industry Avg
Inspections 7 2.6
Violations 9 8.0
Total Penalty $22,404 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,201 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Dyersville Die Cast, both outside IA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($22,404 here).

Synergy Flavors, INC. $22,403 IL Elegant Acquisition LLC DBA Elegant Packaging $22,406 IL Industrial Metal Finishing CO. $22,402 TX Adhesive Applications INC. $22,407 MA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (7 inspections here).

Okamoto Sandusky Manufacturing, LLC 7 insp. Sandusky, OH Spinweld, INC. 7 insp. Waukesha, WI J.R. Simplot Company 7 insp. Caldwell, ID Adams Thermal Systems, INC. 7 insp. Canton, SD

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

RC Family Wood Products, LLC
Houston, OH
7 inspections $23,030
Polyfirst Packaging, INC.
Hartford, WI
2 inspections $23,030
Chemstar Products Company
McPherson, KS
2 inspections $23,030
Portobello America
Baxter, TN
0 inspections $0
Sypris Technologies, INC. DBA Louisville Forging D
Louisville, KY
3 inspections $23,025

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What to do with this record

Use Dyersville Die Cast's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Dyersville Die Cast against RC Family Wood Products, LLC, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Dyersville Die Cast's inspection and penalty record is typical for Manufacturing or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Manufacturing sector
  • Dyersville Die Cast also carries $626 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 Dyersville Die Cast safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Dyersville Die Cast's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 9 violations across 7 inspections, including 9 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 Dyersville Die Cast have? ▼
Dyersville Die Cast has 9 OSHA violations on record, including 9 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $22,404.
How many OSHA inspections has Dyersville Die Cast had? ▼
Dyersville Die Cast has had 7 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-04-01 and the most recent on 2020-12-01. This averages 1.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Dyersville Die Cast? ▼
Dyersville Die Cast has been assessed $22,404 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $27,354 (a 18.1% reduction). Additionally, $626 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Dyersville Die Cast have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Dyersville Die Cast has 9 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 Dyersville Die Cast been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Dyersville Die Cast, resulting in $626 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 Dyersville Die Cast operate in? ▼
Dyersville Die Cast operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 331523). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Dyersville Die Cast owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Dyersville Die Cast 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 $626 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Dyersville Die Cast rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Dyersville Die Cast ranks #15,339 (the top quarter 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 Dyersville Die Cast's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Dyersville Die Cast's total OSHA penalty of $22,404 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.4x the average). The employer has 7 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Portobello America in Baxter, TN is a similar manufacturing 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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