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Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation ranks #5,884 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 22 violations across 6 inspections.

Top 10% by penalty91% serious
$45,239
OSHA penalties
22
Violations cited
6
OSHA inspections
#5,884
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation in Kearny, NJ has been the subject of 6 OSHA workplace inspections and 22 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $45,239. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation 6 times over 7 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 22 violations, averaging 3.7 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #5,884 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 10% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 20 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, Green Cow Compost, LLC in Dublin, TX is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

3.7
violations per inspection
90.9%
of violations were serious
#5,884
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 37/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 22 violations across 6 OSHA inspections (3.7 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 Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation 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

$45,239 Bottom 6% least affordable more affordable than 6% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both6.06.066.06.0010.821.532.343OSHA inspectionsViolations citedC. HAGER & SONS HING…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 8BELMARK, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 16HARDWOOD PRODUCTS CO…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 14SHADOW TRAILERS, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 19ALLIED STEEL CORPORA…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 33SAM KANE BEEF PROCES…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 14TYSON FRESH MEATS, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 7SERVITECH INDUSTRIES…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 41TYSON FOODS, INC, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 7JENNIE-O TURKEY STOR…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 3CHICAGO POWDERED MET…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 22METALSA STRUCTURAL P…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 9ROMANCING THE STONE,…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 26MERIDIAN SPECIALTY Y…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 32TEXTRON AVIATION INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 5PALMER PLASTICS, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 22THK RHYTHM NORTH AME…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 23DEMOPOLIS HICKORY MI…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 6WERK-BRAU CO., INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 1CARGILL INCORPORATED, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 1Kearny Smelting & Re…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 22
Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation has 6 OSHA inspections on record and 22 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.

Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation is the #2,975 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($45,239).

How Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation Compares

Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation's 3.67 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 (2.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

6

First Inspection

2013-04-10

Last Inspection

2019-11-14

Inspection Span

7 yrs

Violations / Inspection

3.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$7,540

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 6 inspections over 7 years, averaging 3.7 violations per visit. That's $7,540 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

20

Serious

90.9% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

9.1% 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

$58,888

Current Penalty Amount

$45,239

Penalty Reduction

23.2%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $13,649 from the initial assessment of $58,888. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation Industry Avg
Inspections 6 2.6
Violations 22 8.0
Total Penalty $45,239 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $7,540 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation, both outside NJ so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($45,239 here).

Craftsmen Industries INC $45,240 MO Jellco Container INC $45,195 CA Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation $45,284 CT Profile INC $45,295 TN

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

C. Hager & Sons Hinge Manufacturing Company, INC. 6 insp. Montgomery, AL Belmark, INC. 6 insp. DE Pere, WI Hardwood Products Company, LLC 6 insp. Guilford, ME Shadow Trailers, INC. 6 insp. Williston, FL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Craftsmen Industries INC
Saint Charles, MO
2 inspections $45,240
Green Cow Compost, LLC
Dublin, TX
0 inspections $0
Callia, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
0 inspections $0
Service Electric of Michigan LLC
Brighton, MI
0 inspections $0
E & F Fashion, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
0 inspections $0

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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 Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 22 violations across 6 inspections, including 20 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 Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation have? ▼
Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation has 22 OSHA violations on record, including 20 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $45,239.
How many OSHA inspections has Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation had? ▼
Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation has had 6 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-04-10 and the most recent on 2019-11-14. This averages 3.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation? ▼
Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation has been assessed $45,239 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $58,888 (a 23.2% reduction).
Does Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation has 20 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 Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation operate in? ▼
Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 331423). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation ranks #5,884 (the top 10% 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 Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kearny Smelting & Refining Corporation's total OSHA penalty of $45,239 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (2.9x the average). The employer has 6 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Green Cow Compost, LLC in Dublin, TX 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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