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Primex Plastics Corporation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Primex Plastics Corporation ranks #23,245 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty100% serious
$15,520
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#23,245
of 99,447 penalized employers

Primex Plastics Corporation in Oakwood, GA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $15,520. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $77,005 in back wages owed to 743 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Primex Plastics Corporation 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 1.0 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #23,245 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 2 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. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $77,005 in back wages owed to 743 affected workers. For comparison, JCY Shirts in Amityville, NY is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

1.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#23,245
of 99,447 penalized employers
$77,005
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 38/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (1.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • F Wage & hour compliance: $77K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($77K 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 Primex Plastics Corporation compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Primex Plastics Corporation 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

$15,520 Bottom 23% least affordable more affordable than 23% 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 Primex Plastics Corporation.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.0011.022.033.044.0OSHA inspectionsViolations citedFRAZER & JONES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 32GERMAN PELLETS TEXAS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19HORIZON BIOFUELS INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13ATLAS TUBE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1ACERO JUNCTION, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 42VAN-ROB TECUMSEH INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 23JMJ CASEWORKS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10AFC TRADING & WHOLES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14BAYSIDE BOATWORKS, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22NATIONAL ELECTRIC CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24RD FOOD MANUFACTURING, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12RCS CONSTRUCTION, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 29TRINITY RIVER TIMBER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8HANOVER PREST PAVING…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18INTEGRA-CAST INCORPO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20D.W. ACCOR, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24MAPLEHURST BAKERIES …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21ORION LAND MARK PROD…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9PACIFIC AWARDS METAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5WESTROCK SERVICES, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4Primex Plastics Corp…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2
Primex Plastics Corporation has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 2 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.

Primex Plastics Corporation in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Primex Plastics Corporation sits at penalty rank #11,034 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($15,520 assessed). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Primex Plastics Corporation ranks #417 among 4,429 Manufacturing employers with WHD recoveries ($77,005).

Combined federal exposure here: $15,520 OSHA penalties plus $77,005 WHD back wages (83.2% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Primex Plastics Corporation Compares

Primex Plastics Corporation's 1.00 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 sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2018-03-19

Last Inspection

2018-10-03

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

1.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$7,760

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 1.0 violations per visit. That's $7,760 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% 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

$25,868

Current Penalty Amount

$15,520

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$92,525

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $10,348 from the initial assessment of $25,868. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$77,005
Employees Affected
743
WHD Violations
744
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$104
Avg Back Wages per CaseAbove average
$77,005

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Primex Plastics Corporation owed $77,005 in back wages to 743 employees across 1 case and 744 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 Primex Plastics Corporation compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Primex Plastics Corporation Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 2 8.0
Total Penalty $15,520 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $7,760 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Primex Plastics Corporation, both outside GA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($15,520 here).

U-Dump Trailers, LLC $15,520 FL Ninkasi Brewing LLC $15,520 OR Windsor Mold USA INC. $15,521 TX Syncreon $15,521 MO

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Frazer & Jones, LLC 2 insp. Syracuse, NY German Pellets Texas, LLC 2 insp. Port Arthur, TX Horizon Biofuels INC 2 insp. Fremont, NE Atlas Tube 2 insp. Chicago, IL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Flexible Metal, INC.
Tucker, GA
3 inspections $92,490
Binghamton Precast & Supply CORP.
Binghamton, NY
8 inspections $92,564
JCY Shirts
Amityville, NY
0 inspections $0
Kiki's Fashion Contractor
South El Monte, CA
0 inspections $0
Cleveland - Cliffs Cleveland Works, LLC
Cleveland, OH
9 inspections $92,411

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What to do with this record

Use Primex Plastics Corporation's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Primex Plastics Corporation against Flexible Metal, INC., a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Primex Plastics Corporation's inspection and penalty record is typical for Manufacturing or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Manufacturing sector
  • Primex Plastics Corporation also carries $77,005 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 Primex Plastics Corporation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Primex Plastics Corporation's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 2 inspections, including 2 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 Primex Plastics Corporation have? ▼
Primex Plastics Corporation has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $15,520.
How many OSHA inspections has Primex Plastics Corporation had? ▼
Primex Plastics Corporation has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2018-03-19 and the most recent on 2018-10-03. This averages 1.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Primex Plastics Corporation? ▼
Primex Plastics Corporation has been assessed $15,520 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $25,868 (a 40.0% reduction). Additionally, $77,005 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Primex Plastics Corporation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Primex Plastics Corporation has 2 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 Primex Plastics Corporation been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Primex Plastics Corporation, resulting in $77,005 in back wages owed to 743 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Primex Plastics Corporation operate in? ▼
Primex Plastics Corporation operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 326112). 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 Primex Plastics Corporation owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Primex Plastics Corporation 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 $77,005 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Primex Plastics Corporation rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Primex Plastics Corporation ranks #23,245 (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 Primex Plastics Corporation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Primex Plastics Corporation's total OSHA penalty of $15,520 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, JCY Shirts in Amityville, NY is a similar manufacturing employer with $0 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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