PlainWorker
Employers › WI

Manufacturing · Markesan, WI

Precision Metalsmiths INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Precision Metalsmiths INC ranks #43,604 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 10 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty60% serious
$7,470
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#43,604
of 99,447 penalized employers

Precision Metalsmiths INC in Markesan, WI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $7,470. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Precision Metalsmiths INC 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 10 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #43,604 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half 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, Interfor U.S. INC. in Thomaston, GA is another manufacturing employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $7,469 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
60.0%
of violations were serious
#43,604
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 17/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 10 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (5.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

Channels are separate federal datasets: a dimension marked not applicable simply has no record in that dataset for this employer, not a good or bad score.

Open my watchlist

How Precision Metalsmiths INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Precision Metalsmiths 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

$7,470 Bottom 44% least affordable more affordable than 44% 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

Each bar is a $5K-wide band; taller bars hold more U.S. employers with a penalty. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

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 Precision Metalsmiths INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.49.21826.835.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedCUSTOM RUBBER PRODUCTS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9ARTISAN CHEF MANUFAC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7BWAY CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4AMERICANA ENTERPRISE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13ADVANCED CONCRETE SU…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5M.T. STEEL FABRICATO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2AMERICAN EQUIPMENT M…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17TARPON STAINLESS FAB…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 25HY-TECH MUSHROOM COM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7ENVIRONMENTAL MATERI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13ZEP INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9SOUTHERN ILLINOIS VA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 34EXCELSIOR MEDICAL CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16SUPERIOR HOLDING, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20PRATT PAPER (GA), LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8GREENVALLEY CHIPPING…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17STEEL SERVICES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15CBF BAKERY SYSTEMS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12ALLIED-LOCKE INDUSTR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5BWAY CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13Precision Metalsmith…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10
Precision Metalsmiths INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 10 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.

Precision Metalsmiths INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Precision Metalsmiths INC ranks #19,021 at $7,470 current penalty.

How Precision Metalsmiths INC Compares

Precision Metalsmiths INC's 5.00 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

2

First Inspection

2011-03-03

Last Inspection

2011-03-03

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,735

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $3,735 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

6

Serious

60.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

40.0% 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

$10,671

Current Penalty Amount

$7,470

Penalty Reduction

30.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $3,201 from the initial assessment of $10,671. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Precision Metalsmiths INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 10 8.0
Total Penalty $7,470 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,735 $6,093
View all 44,645 employers in Manufacturing →

Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Precision Metalsmiths INC, both outside WI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($7,470 here).

Itw Lakeville Operation $7,470 CT Windsor Machine and Stamping $7,470 IN Flow Polymers, INC. $7,470 CT Interfor U.S. INC. $7,469 GA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Custom Rubber Products 2 insp. Houston, TX Artisan Chef Manufacturing, LLC 2 insp. Lawrence, MA Bway Corporation 2 insp. Lawrence Township, NJ Americana Enterprises, INC. 2 insp. Bellevue, NE

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Itw Lakeville Operation
Lakeville, CT
2 inspections $7,470
Windsor Machine and Stamping
Princeton, IN
2 inspections $7,470
Flow Polymers, INC.
Stratford, CT
2 inspections $7,470
Interfor U.S. INC.
Thomaston, GA
3 inspections $7,469
Schreiber Foods, Incorporated
Shippensburg, PA
2 inspections $7,469

Compare Precision Metalsmiths INC vs Itw Lakeville Operation side-by-side →

What to do with this record

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

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Precision Metalsmiths INC against Itw Lakeville Operation, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Precision Metalsmiths INC's inspection and penalty record is typical for Manufacturing or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Manufacturing sector
  • Before you accept a job or raise a safety concern, search any employer for its own OSHA inspection history the same way you found this one. Search employers

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 Precision Metalsmiths INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Precision Metalsmiths INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 10 violations across 2 inspections, including 6 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 Precision Metalsmiths INC have? ▼
Precision Metalsmiths INC has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $7,470.
How many OSHA inspections has Precision Metalsmiths INC had? ▼
Precision Metalsmiths INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-03-03 and the most recent on 2011-03-03. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Precision Metalsmiths INC? ▼
Precision Metalsmiths INC has been assessed $7,470 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $10,671 (a 30.0% reduction).
Does Precision Metalsmiths INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Precision Metalsmiths 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 Precision Metalsmiths INC operate in? ▼
Precision Metalsmiths INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 331512). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Precision Metalsmiths INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Precision Metalsmiths INC ranks #43,604 (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 Precision Metalsmiths INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Precision Metalsmiths INC's total OSHA penalty of $7,470 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Interfor U.S. INC. in Thomaston, GA is a similar manufacturing employer with $7,469 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.

Employer Matching

Employers are matched across OSHA and WHD datasets by name, state, and city. Employers included in PlainWorker have 2 or more OSHA inspections or $1,000+ in WHD back wages. Data is updated monthly from data.dol.gov.

Verify with OSHA establishment search →

Every figure on PlainWorker is rendered directly from official U.S. Department of Labor OSHA and Wage & Hour Division enforcement records, no number is typed in by an editor. This employer's ratios (penalty-per-violation, industry comparisons) are computed live from the 2 inspections on record. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of 2026.