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Manufacturing · Chillicothe, OH

Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC ranks #8,190 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 12 violations across 4 inspections.

Top 10% by penalty92% serious
$36,000
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
4
OSHA inspections
#8,190
of 99,447 penalized employers

Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC in Chillicothe, OH has been the subject of 4 OSHA workplace inspections and 12 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $36,000. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has kept close, sustained watch on Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC: 4 inspections in 1 year, several times a year. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #8,190 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 10% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 11 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 above peers (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Alphia in Pawnee City, NE is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $36,000 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
91.7%
of violations were serious
#8,190
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 46/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 12 violations across 4 OSHA inspections (3.0 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 Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC runs well above peers (2.3x 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

$36,000 Bottom 8% least affordable more affordable than 8% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both4.04.044.04.01.310.419.528.637.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSTX BEEF COMPANY, LLC, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 10HARDWOODS OF MISSOUR…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 6BEASLEY FOREST PRODU…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 34PRIMEX PLASTICS CORP., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 29LA ESPIGA DE ORO, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 36MGPI PROCESSING INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 13FOSTER POULTRY FARMS…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 14MANKO WINDOW SYSTEMS…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 18KEYSTONE PLASTICS, I…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 18REGAL INDUSTRIAL MID…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 12PURITAN MEDICAL PROD…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 14GST MANUFACTURING LTD, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 20SHEPARD STEEL COMPAN…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 30HOMEGUARD PRODUCTS, …, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 8GENERAL DYNAMICS, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 3CONAGRA BRANDS, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 4HUSKY ENVELOPE PROD, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 28TWC ARCHITECTURAL MO…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 9METAL TECHNOLOGIES T…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 16COMMONWEALTH PACKAGI…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 10Pixelle Specialty So…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 12
Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC has 4 OSHA inspections on record and 12 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.

Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC sits at penalty rank #4,093 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($36,000 assessed).

How Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC Compares

Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC's 3.00 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 well above peers (2.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

4

First Inspection

2022-03-02

Last Inspection

2023-01-26

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$9,000

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 4 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $9,000 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

11

Serious

91.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

8.3% 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

$157,298

Current Penalty Amount

$36,000

Penalty Reduction

77.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $121,298 from the initial assessment of $157,298. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 4 2.6
Violations 12 8.0
Total Penalty $36,000 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $9,000 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC, both outside OH so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($36,000 here).

Alphia $36,000 NE Trialco Aluminum, LLC $36,000 IL Sierra Pacific Industries, INC. $36,000 CA Defiance Metal Products of Arkansas, INC. $36,000 AR

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (4 inspections here).

STX Beef Company, LLC 4 insp. Corpus Christi, TX Hardwoods of Missouri, LLC 4 insp. Birch Tree, MO Beasley Forest Products, INC. 4 insp. Sandersville, GA Primex Plastics CORP. 4 insp. Oakwood, GA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Alphia
Pawnee City, NE
2 inspections $36,000
Trialco Aluminum, LLC
Chicago Heights, IL
2 inspections $36,000
Sierra Pacific Industries, INC.
Chinese Camp, CA
2 inspections $36,000
Defiance Metal Products of Arkansas, INC.
Heber Springs, AR
3 inspections $36,000
Colorado Roofing Products, LLC
Aurora, CO
3 inspections $36,000

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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 Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 12 violations across 4 inspections, including 11 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 Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC have? ▼
Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 11 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $36,000.
How many OSHA inspections has Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC had? ▼
Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC has had 4 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2022-03-02 and the most recent on 2023-01-26. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC? ▼
Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC has been assessed $36,000 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $157,298 (a 77.1% reduction).
Does Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC has 11 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 Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC operate in? ▼
Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 322121). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC ranks #8,190 (the top 10% 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 Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Pixelle Specialty Solutions LLC's total OSHA penalty of $36,000 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (2.3x the average). The employer has 4 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Alphia in Pawnee City, NE is a similar manufacturing employer with $36,000 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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