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Moly Manufacturing INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Moly Manufacturing INC ranks #3,353 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 23 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 5% by penalty83% serious
$66,608
OSHA penalties
23
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#3,353
of 99,447 penalized employers

Moly Manufacturing INC in Ellsworth, KS has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 23 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $66,608. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Moly Manufacturing INC 3 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 23 violations, averaging 7.7 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #3,353 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 5% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 19 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, Benada Aluminum Products, LLC in Sanford, FL is another manufacturing employer with 7 OSHA inspections on record and $66,554 in current penalties.

7.7
violations per inspection
82.6%
of violations were serious
#3,353
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 23 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (7.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Moly Manufacturing INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Moly Manufacturing INC runs well above peers (4.2x 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

$66,608 Bottom 3% least affordable more affordable than 3% 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%). Below this entry. $50,000+: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). This entry ($66,608) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $66,608 $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 Moly Manufacturing INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.00.39.719.028.437.7OSHA inspectionsViolations citedCHAMPION MODULAR, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 36ALLIANCE LAUNDRY SYSTEMS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8CORNELL-CARR COMPANY, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 24Mar- Jac Poultry, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7HEARTHSIDE FOOD SOLUTIONS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14FUCHS LUBRICANTS CO., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11KETTLE CUISINE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11NATURE'S BAKERY LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10ANHEUSER-BUSCH, INC. HOUSTON BREWERY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13COOPER STANDARD AUTOMOTIVE INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14CLARIOS INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5SCHAEFER TOOL AND MANUFACTURING CO. INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 19MELDRUM MECHANICAL SERVICES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 19WHOLESTONE FARMS COOPERATIVE, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7BAGEL BOY, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15SERVCO EQUIPMENT COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14AREWAY ACQUISITION, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6RAST IRON WORKS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6THOMAS WOOD PRESERVING, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 27ALUMINUM PRECISION PRODUCTS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2Moly Manufacturing INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 23
Moly Manufacturing INC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 23 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.

Moly Manufacturing INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Moly Manufacturing INC sits at penalty rank #1,731 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($66,608 assessed).

How Moly Manufacturing INC Compares

Moly Manufacturing INC's 7.67 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 (4.2x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2022-10-12

Last Inspection

2023-08-09

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

7.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$22,203

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 1 year, averaging 7.7 violations per visit. That's $22,203 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

19

Serious

82.6% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

17.4% 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

$116,990

Current Penalty Amount

$66,608

Penalty Reduction

43.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $50,382 from the initial assessment of $116,990. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Moly Manufacturing INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Moly Manufacturing INC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 23 8.0
Total Penalty $66,608 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $22,203 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Moly Manufacturing INC, both outside KS so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($66,608 here).

Coastal Precast Systems LLC $66,616 VA Loy-Lange Box Company $66,622 MO Sterling Shipyard, LP $66,584 TX Benada Aluminum Products, LLC $66,554 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Champion Modular, INC. 3 insp. Strattanville, PA Alliance Laundry Systems 3 insp. Ripon, WI Cornell-Carr Company, INC. 3 insp. Monroe, CT Mar- Jac Poultry 3 insp. Hattiesburg, MS

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Coastal Precast Systems LLC
Chesapeake, VA
6 inspections $66,616
Loy-Lange Box Company
Saint Louis, MO
5 inspections $66,622
Sterling Shipyard, LP
Port Neches, TX
4 inspections $66,584
A.y. McDonald MFG. CO.
Dubuque, IA
8 inspections $66,240
Benada Aluminum Products, LLC
Sanford, FL
7 inspections $66,554

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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 Moly Manufacturing INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Moly Manufacturing INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 23 violations across 3 inspections, including 19 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 Moly Manufacturing INC have? ▼
Moly Manufacturing INC has 23 OSHA violations on record, including 19 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $66,608.
How many OSHA inspections has Moly Manufacturing INC had? ▼
Moly Manufacturing INC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2022-10-12 and the most recent on 2023-08-09. This averages 7.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Moly Manufacturing INC? ▼
Moly Manufacturing INC has been assessed $66,608 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $116,990 (a 43.1% reduction).
Does Moly Manufacturing INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Moly Manufacturing INC has 19 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 Moly Manufacturing INC operate in? ▼
Moly Manufacturing INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 333111). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Moly Manufacturing INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Moly Manufacturing INC ranks #3,353 (the top 5% 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 Moly Manufacturing INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Moly Manufacturing INC's total OSHA penalty of $66,608 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (4.2x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Benada Aluminum Products, LLC in Sanford, FL is a similar manufacturing employer with $66,554 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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