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Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. ranks #21,939 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 13 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty46% serious
$16,356
OSHA penalties
13
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#21,939
of 99,447 penalized employers

Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. in Yankton, SD has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 13 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $16,356. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. 2 times over 4 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 13 violations, averaging 6.5 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #21,939 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 6 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. For comparison, Core-Tech Enterprises, LLC in Mentor, OH is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $16,358 in current penalties.

6.5
violations per inspection
46.2%
of violations were serious
#21,939
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 13 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (6.5 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 Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x 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

$16,356 Bottom 22% least affordable more affordable than 22% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.912.52435.647.1OSHA inspectionsViolations citedLMI FINISHING, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 40PLASTIC SYSTEMS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 27TIMBERLINE HARDWOOD …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18BOB SUMEREL TIRE COM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18DOMINION INDUSTRIES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 44GILMAN CHEESE CORP., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15Whitewater Processin…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6HOMESTEAD PASTA COMP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7MINERVA CANNA GROUP …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14CLEMENT PAPPAS NC, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 30BOTTLING GROUP, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3CREATIVE ENERGY FOOD…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11PRIMARY PACKAGING, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11CELINA ALUMINUM PREC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7LEXINGTON HOMES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 45STOUSE, LLC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4AGRIBAG MANUFACTURIN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8HEADCO INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22SYNERJECT LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12KINEMATICS RESEARCH …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16Northern Extrusion T…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13
Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 13 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.

Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. is the #10,455 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($16,356).

How Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. Compares

Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC.'s 6.50 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 sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2021-10-15

Last Inspection

2025-08-05

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

6.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$8,178

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 4 years, averaging 6.5 violations per visit. That's $8,178 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

6

Serious

46.2% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

7

Other-Than-Serious

53.8% 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

$27,257

Current Penalty Amount

$16,356

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $10,901 from the initial assessment of $27,257. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 13 8.0
Total Penalty $16,356 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $8,178 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC., both outside SD so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($16,356 here).

Thorp Equipment, INC. $16,358 WI Core-Tech Enterprises, LLC $16,358 OH Em Steel Construction, LLC $16,353 NY Millenia Products Group, INC. $16,360 IL

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Lmi Finishing, INC. 2 insp. Catoosa, OK Plastic Systems, LLC 2 insp. El Paso, TX Timberline Hardwood Floors LLC 2 insp. Fulton, NY Bob Sumerel Tire Company INC. 2 insp. Wooster, OH

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Thorp Equipment, INC.
Thorp, WI
5 inspections $16,358
Core-Tech Enterprises, LLC
Mentor, OH
2 inspections $16,358
BBCA Contractor, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
0 inspections $0
Em Steel Construction, LLC
Clifton Park, NY
2 inspections $16,353
Millenia Products Group, INC.
Itasca, IL
3 inspections $16,360

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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 Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 13 violations across 2 inspections, including 6 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 Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. have? ▼
Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. has 13 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $16,356.
How many OSHA inspections has Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. had? ▼
Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2021-10-15 and the most recent on 2025-08-05. This averages 6.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC.? ▼
Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. has been assessed $16,356 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $27,257 (a 40.0% reduction).
Does Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. has 6 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 Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. operate in? ▼
Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 333517). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC. ranks #21,939 (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 Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Northern Extrusion Tooling, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $16,356 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.0x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Core-Tech Enterprises, LLC in Mentor, OH is a similar manufacturing employer with $16,358 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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