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Manufacturing · Hodgenville, KY

Konsei USA, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Konsei USA, INC. ranks #15,364 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 11 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty73% serious
$22,400
OSHA penalties
11
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#15,364
of 99,447 penalized employers

Konsei USA, INC. in Hodgenville, KY has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 11 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $22,400. 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 Konsei USA, INC. 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 11 violations, averaging 5.5 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #15,364 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 8 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 $6,969 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. For comparison, Ropiablu, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

5.5
violations per inspection
72.7%
of violations were serious
#15,364
of 99,447 penalized employers
$6,969
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 46/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 11 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (5.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • B Wage & hour compliance: $7K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($7K 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 Konsei USA, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Konsei USA, INC. 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

$22,400 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 Konsei USA, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.0022.344.566.889.0OSHA inspectionsViolations citedGOODMAN MANUFACTURIN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 85EAST ALABAMA LUMBER …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20CUSTOM NONWOVEN, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24SEATEX, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11CORE & MAIN LP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13BLUE DOLPHIN ENERGY …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16CORE PLASTECH INTERN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 25PILGRIM'S PRIDE CORP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18CONCRETE SPECIALTIES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7HUCKLEBERRY ROASTERS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10W.Y. INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11AMERICAN STITCHCO, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7SINTON DAIRY FOODS C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17MASTERACK, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5G.P.R. COMPANY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 30JUNK STAR LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12DIAMOND WIPES INTERN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4AMERICAN FUEL CELLS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5SARITA'S TORTILLA FA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12HELMARK STEEL, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 31Konsei USA, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11
Konsei USA, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 11 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.

Konsei USA, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Konsei USA, INC. ranks #7,485 at $22,400 current penalty. On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Konsei USA, INC. ranks #2,731 among 4,429 Manufacturing employers with WHD recoveries ($6,969).

Combined federal exposure here: $22,400 OSHA penalties plus $6,969 WHD back wages (23.7% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Konsei USA, INC. Compares

Konsei USA, INC.'s 5.50 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

2

First Inspection

2011-12-12

Last Inspection

2012-01-06

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$11,200

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 5.5 violations per visit. That's $11,200 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

8

Serious

72.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

27.3% 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

$40,200

Current Penalty Amount

$22,400

Penalty Reduction

44.3%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$29,369

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $17,800 from the initial assessment of $40,200. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$6,969
Employees Affected
3
WHD Violations
4
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$2,323
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$6,969

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Konsei USA, INC. owed $6,969 in back wages to 3 employees across 1 case and 4 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 Konsei USA, INC. compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Konsei USA, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 11 8.0
Total Penalty $22,400 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $11,200 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Konsei USA, INC., both outside KY so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($22,400 here).

WBC Extrusion Products, INC. $22,400 MA Most INC. $22,400 MO Y Not Foods, INC $22,400 WI Dematic CORP $22,400 MI

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P. 2 insp. Houston, TX East Alabama Lumber Company, INC. 2 insp. Lafayette, AL Custom Nonwoven, INC 2 insp. New Albany, MS Seatex, LLC 2 insp. Rosenberg, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Ropiablu, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
0 inspections $0
Carris Reels of Connecticut
Enfield, CT
8 inspections $29,376
CNH Industrial America, LLC.
Wichita, KS
6 inspections $29,378
Atlantic Durant Technology, INC.
Harlingen, TX
4 inspections $29,381
Petroleum Equipment and Manufacturing Company
Hialeah, FL
2 inspections $29,356

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What to do with this record

Use Konsei USA, INC.'s enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Konsei USA, INC. against Ropiablu, Inc., a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Konsei USA, INC.'s inspection and penalty record is typical for Manufacturing or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Manufacturing sector
  • Konsei USA, INC. also carries $6,969 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 Konsei USA, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Konsei USA, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 11 violations across 2 inspections, including 8 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 Konsei USA, INC. have? ▼
Konsei USA, INC. has 11 OSHA violations on record, including 8 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $22,400.
How many OSHA inspections has Konsei USA, INC. had? ▼
Konsei USA, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-12-12 and the most recent on 2012-01-06. This averages 5.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Konsei USA, INC.? ▼
Konsei USA, INC. has been assessed $22,400 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $40,200 (a 44.3% reduction). Additionally, $6,969 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Konsei USA, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Konsei USA, INC. has 8 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 Konsei USA, INC. been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Konsei USA, INC., resulting in $6,969 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Konsei USA, INC. operate in? ▼
Konsei USA, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 336399). 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 Konsei USA, INC. owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Konsei USA, 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 $6,969 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Konsei USA, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Konsei USA, INC. ranks #15,364 (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 Konsei USA, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Konsei USA, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $22,400 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.4x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Ropiablu, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA 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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