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Manufacturing · Norton Shores, MI

Kro Pro LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kro Pro LLC ranks #72,473 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 14 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty71% serious
$2,500
OSHA penalties
14
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#72,473
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kro Pro LLC in Norton Shores, MI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 14 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,500. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kro Pro LLC 3 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 14 violations, averaging 4.7 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #72,473 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 10 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Garner Industries in Lincoln, NE is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $2,500 in current penalties.

4.7
violations per inspection
71.4%
of violations were serious
#72,473
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 22/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 14 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (4.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Kro Pro LLC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Kro Pro LLC runs well below peers (0.16x 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

$2,500 Top 27% most affordable more affordable than 73% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $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

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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 Kro Pro LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.00.58.81725.333.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedHASA, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 29TYSON FOODS INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15AIR-WAY MANUFACTURIN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2TRIDENT SEAFOODS COR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 32EXTERRAN ENERGY SOLU…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 32CLEVELAND STEEL CONT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13CKS PACKAGING, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11TEXAS PIPE AND SUPPL…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7WOODS FISHERIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14ARTISAN'S ROW CABINE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12BWP HARDWOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17KETTLE MORAINE COATI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 26QUALITY PROFILE SERV…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7EXTREME MANUFACTURIN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12BATTISTONI ITALIAN S…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7PRETIUM PACKAGING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10THE MILLENNIUM MAT C…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9J & M PALLETS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 22THE GOODYEAR TIRE & …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2US POLYCHEMICAL CORP, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16Kro Pro LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14
Kro Pro LLC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 14 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.

Kro Pro LLC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Kro Pro LLC is the #28,448 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($2,500).

How Kro Pro LLC Compares

Kro Pro LLC's 4.67 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 below peers (0.16x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2017-05-26

Last Inspection

2019-09-12

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

4.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$833

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 2 years, averaging 4.7 violations per visit. That's $833 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

10

Serious

71.4% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

28.6% 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

$2,500

Current Penalty Amount

$2,500

Penalty Reduction

None

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

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Kro Pro LLC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kro Pro LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 14 8.0
Total Penalty $2,500 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $833 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kro Pro LLC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($2,500 here).

Tippen's Specialty Millwork, LLC $2,500 LA Wells Printing Company, INC $2,500 AL Spectrum Lighting, INC. $2,500 MA Modernica INC $2,500 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

Hasa, INC. 3 insp. Santa Clarita, CA Tyson Foods INC. 3 insp. Hope, AR Air-Way Manufacturing Company 3 insp. Edgerton, OH Trident Seafoods Corporation 3 insp. Cordova, AK

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Spectrum Lighting, INC.
Fall River, MA
2 inspections $2,500
CNH Industrial America LLC
Sturtevant, WI
3 inspections $2,500
Garner Industries
Lincoln, NE
2 inspections $2,500
Glenridge Fabricators, INC.
Glendale, NY
2 inspections $2,500
United Foods International (USA), INC.
Belcamp, MD
3 inspections $2,500

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What to do with this record

Use Kro Pro LLC's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 Kro Pro LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kro Pro LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 14 violations across 3 inspections, including 10 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Kro Pro LLC have? ▼
Kro Pro LLC has 14 OSHA violations on record, including 10 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,500.
How many OSHA inspections has Kro Pro LLC had? ▼
Kro Pro LLC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-05-26 and the most recent on 2019-09-12. This averages 4.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kro Pro LLC? ▼
Kro Pro LLC has been assessed $2,500 in current OSHA penalties.
Does Kro Pro LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kro Pro LLC has 10 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 Kro Pro LLC operate in? ▼
Kro Pro LLC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332813). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Kro Pro LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kro Pro LLC ranks #72,473 (the lower 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 Kro Pro LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kro Pro LLC's total OSHA penalty of $2,500 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Garner Industries in Lincoln, NE is a similar manufacturing employer with $2,500 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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