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Manufacturing · Harbor Beach, MI

National Filters INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), National Filters INC ranks #40,631 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 36 violations across 3 inspections.

Upper half by penalty69% serious
$8,250
OSHA penalties
36
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#40,631
of 99,447 penalized employers

National Filters INC in Harbor Beach, MI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 36 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $8,250. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 19 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 National Filters INC 3 times across a longer 8-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections turned up 36 violations, averaging 12.0 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #40,631 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 25 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. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $4,476 in back wages owed to 15 affected workers. For comparison, Prince Metal Stampings USA, INC. in Gadsden, AL is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $12,728 in current penalties.

12.0
violations per inspection
69.4%
of violations were serious
#40,631
of 99,447 penalized employers
$4,476
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 43/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 36 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (12.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • B Wage & hour compliance: $4K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($4K 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 National Filters INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows National Filters INC runs moderately below peers (0.5x 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

$8,250 Bottom 41% least affordable more affordable than 41% 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

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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 National Filters INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.01.310.419.528.637.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedFirst Co, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9COLUMBIANA BOILER CO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 21AGROPUR, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13JCG INDUSTRIES, INC.…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6THE PROTECTIVE GROUP…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 24BRAUN INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 23POLYCONVERSIONS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 28STRAUS FAMILY CREAME…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6UNITED STATES BAKERY…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13GREYSTONE OF VIRGINI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 22OLAM WEST COAST, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5DELA INCORPORATED, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14TRM MANUFACTURING INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18GBC METALS LLC DBA O…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 22WENNER BREAD PRODUCT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3INTERNATIONAL SEAFOO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17REFLECTIVE CONCEPTS,…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9ARGO INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8PLASTIC CONTAINER CO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7National Filters INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 36
National Filters INC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 36 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.

National Filters INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: National Filters INC is the #17,934 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($8,250). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, National Filters INC ranks #3,183 among 4,429 Manufacturing employers with WHD recoveries ($4,476).

Combined federal exposure here: $8,250 OSHA penalties plus $4,476 WHD back wages (35.2% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How National Filters INC Compares

National Filters INC's 12.00 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 below peers (0.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2016-06-07

Last Inspection

2024-05-31

Inspection Span

8 yrs

Violations / Inspection

12.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,750

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 8 years, averaging 12.0 violations per visit. That's $2,750 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

25

Serious

69.4% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

11

Other-Than-Serious

30.6% 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

$12,200

Current Penalty Amount

$8,250

Penalty Reduction

32.4%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$12,726

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $3,950 from the initial assessment of $12,200. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$4,476
Employees Affected
15
WHD Violations
19
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$298
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$4,476

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that National Filters INC owed $4,476 in back wages to 15 employees across 1 case and 19 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 National Filters INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric National Filters INC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 36 8.0
Total Penalty $8,250 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,750 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for National Filters INC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($8,250 here).

Modineer Pulverman, LLC $8,250 PA FGP Manufacturing, LLC $8,250 AL Wilbert Funeral Services, INC. $8,250 PA Nci Group, INC $8,250 UT

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

First Co 3 insp. Dallas, TX Columbiana Boiler Company, LLC 3 insp. Columbiana, OH Agropur, INC. 3 insp. Lake Norden, SD JCG Industries, INC. DBA Koch Foods 3 insp. Franklin Park, IL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Pine Products INC.
Fieldale, VA
2 inspections $12,726
Integrity Manufacturing INC.
Frankfort, IL
2 inspections $12,725
Prince Metal Stampings USA, INC.
Gadsden, AL
2 inspections $12,728
Power Recycling, INC.
Amsterdam, NY
2 inspections $12,723
Camm Metals, INC.
East Windsor, CT
2 inspections $12,722

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What to do with this record

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

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare National Filters INC against Pine Products INC., a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
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  • National Filters INC also carries $4,476 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 National Filters INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, National Filters INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 36 violations across 3 inspections, including 25 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 National Filters INC have? ▼
National Filters INC has 36 OSHA violations on record, including 25 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $8,250.
How many OSHA inspections has National Filters INC had? ▼
National Filters INC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-06-07 and the most recent on 2024-05-31. This averages 12.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for National Filters INC? ▼
National Filters INC has been assessed $8,250 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $12,200 (a 32.4% reduction). Additionally, $4,476 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does National Filters INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. National Filters INC has 25 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 National Filters INC been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against National Filters INC, resulting in $4,476 in back wages owed to 15 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does National Filters INC operate in? ▼
National Filters INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 333999). 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 National Filters INC owes me wages? ▼
If you believe National Filters 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 $4,476 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does National Filters INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, National Filters INC ranks #40,631 (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 National Filters INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
National Filters INC's total OSHA penalty of $8,250 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, Prince Metal Stampings USA, INC. in Gadsden, AL is a similar manufacturing employer with $12,728 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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