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Wholesale Trade · Santa Ana, CA

Global Metal Recycling, Inc

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Global Metal Recycling, Inc ranks #47,988 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 7 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty14% serious
$6,460
OSHA penalties
7
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#47,988
of 99,447 penalized employers

Global Metal Recycling, Inc in Santa Ana, CA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 7 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,460. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 23 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 Global Metal Recycling, Inc 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 7 violations, averaging 3.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #47,988 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 Wholesale Trade industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $32,731 in back wages owed to 22 affected workers. For comparison, Landus Cooperative in Farnhamville, IA is another wholesale trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $39,309 in current penalties.

3.5
violations per inspection
14.3%
of violations were serious
#47,988
of 99,447 penalized employers
$32,731
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 43/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 7 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (3.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • F Wage & hour compliance: $33K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($33K 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 Global Metal Recycling, Inc compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Global Metal Recycling, Inc runs moderately below peers (0.7x 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

$6,460 Bottom 48% least affordable more affordable than 48% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $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

Each bar is a $5K-wide band; taller bars hold more U.S. employers with a penalty. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

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

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Wholesale Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Global Metal Recycling, Inc.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.008.116.324.432.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedJ.E. MEURET GRAIN CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 23GREENWOOD PALLET COM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14ELECTRONIC RECYCLING…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21APC RECYCLING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 23RIVER COUNTRY CO-OP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18C&S WHOLESALE GROCER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3KENCOVE FARM FENCE I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21SPARTANNASH, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6VAN VOORST LUMBER CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2GROGREEN SOLUTIONS G…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4PET-AG INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3FRESH SOLUTION FARMS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 29BORDER AG & ENERGY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1ASHVILLE GRAIN, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20SUPERIOR SALES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16ANKUR MARBLE & GRANITE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4INSULATION DISTRIBUT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3CORROSION FLUID PROD…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 31SYSCO MONTANA, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0MUNRO DISTRIBUTING C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8Global Metal Recycli…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7
Global Metal Recycling, Inc has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 7 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Wholesale Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Global Metal Recycling, Inc in the Wholesale Trade enforcement ledger

Among 4,429 Wholesale Trade employers with OSHA penalties on file, Global Metal Recycling, Inc ranks #2,301 at $6,460 current penalty. WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place Global Metal Recycling, Inc at rank #306 of 1,587 employers ($32,731 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $6,460 OSHA penalties plus $32,731 WHD back wages (83.5% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Global Metal Recycling, Inc Compares

Global Metal Recycling, Inc's 3.50 violations per inspection compares to the Wholesale Trade sector average of 5.5 violations per employer.

Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately below peers (0.7x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2022-03-24

Last Inspection

2023-08-15

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,230

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,665

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.5 violations per visit. That's $3,230 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,665.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

14.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

85.7% 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

$6,460

Current Penalty Amount

$6,460

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$39,191

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$32,731
Employees Affected
22
WHD Violations
23
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$1,488
Avg Back Wages per CaseTypical
$32,731

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Global Metal Recycling, Inc owed $32,731 in back wages to 22 employees across 1 case and 23 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: Wholesale Trade

How Global Metal Recycling, Inc compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Global Metal Recycling, Inc Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 7 5.5
Total Penalty $6,460 $9,112
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,230 $4,665
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Nationwide Wholesale Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Global Metal Recycling, Inc, both outside CA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($6,460 here).

Total Quality Pallets, LLC $6,456 NV Oswego Beverage Company LLC $6,466 NY The Mohler Lumber Company INC. $6,452 OH Maksteel USA LLC $6,450 MI

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

J.E. Meuret Grain CO. INC 2 insp. Brunswick, NE Greenwood Pallet Company INC. 2 insp. Bridgeville, DE Electronic Recycling and Trading, INC 2 insp. Austin, TX Apc Recycling, LLC 2 insp. Killingworth, CT

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

Showing 5 of 6880 other employers tracked in this sector.

Arry's Roofing Services, INC.
Tampa, FL
2 inspections $39,211
Fleenor Paper Company
Macon, GA
3 inspections $39,137
ASAMEX-US Agencia Aduanal
El Paso, TX
0 inspections $0
Landus Cooperative
Farnhamville, IA
2 inspections $39,309
M S International INC.
Orange, CA
3 inspections $39,360

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What to do with this record

Use Global Metal Recycling, Inc's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Global Metal Recycling, Inc against Arry's Roofing Services, INC., a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Global Metal Recycling, Inc's inspection and penalty record is typical for Wholesale Trade or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Wholesale Trade sector
  • Global Metal Recycling, Inc also carries $32,731 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 Global Metal Recycling, Inc safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Global Metal Recycling, Inc's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 7 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Wholesale Trade industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Global Metal Recycling, Inc have? ▼
Global Metal Recycling, Inc has 7 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,460.
How many OSHA inspections has Global Metal Recycling, Inc had? ▼
Global Metal Recycling, Inc has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2022-03-24 and the most recent on 2023-08-15. This averages 3.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Global Metal Recycling, Inc? ▼
Global Metal Recycling, Inc has been assessed $6,460 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $32,731 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Global Metal Recycling, Inc have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Global Metal Recycling, Inc 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 Global Metal Recycling, Inc been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Global Metal Recycling, Inc, resulting in $32,731 in back wages owed to 22 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Global Metal Recycling, Inc operate in? ▼
Global Metal Recycling, Inc operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423930). This industry has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,442 total OSHA inspections and $62.70M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Global Metal Recycling, Inc owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Global Metal Recycling, Inc 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 $32,731 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Global Metal Recycling, Inc rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Global Metal Recycling, Inc ranks #47,988 (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 Global Metal Recycling, Inc's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Global Metal Recycling, Inc's total OSHA penalty of $6,460 is below the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Landus Cooperative in Farnhamville, IA is a similar wholesale trade employer with $39,309 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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