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Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation ranks #5,881 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 15 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 10% by penalty93% serious
$45,284
OSHA penalties
15
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#5,881
of 99,447 penalized employers

Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation in Winsted, CT has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 15 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $45,284. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation 3 times over 4 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 15 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #5,881 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 10% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 14 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. For comparison, Echo Lake Foods INC. in Burlington, WI is another manufacturing employer with 4 OSHA inspections on record and $45,300 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
93.3%
of violations were serious
#5,881
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 17/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 15 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (5.0 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 Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation runs well above peers (2.9x 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

$45,284 Bottom 6% least affordable more affordable than 6% 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%). Below this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.00.58.81725.333.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedHASA, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 29TYSON FOODS INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15AIR-WAY MANUFACTURIN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2TRIDENT SEAFOODS COR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 32EXTERRAN ENERGY SOLU…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 32CLEVELAND STEEL CONT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13CKS PACKAGING, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11TEXAS PIPE AND SUPPL…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7WOODS FISHERIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14ARTISAN'S ROW CABINE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12BWP HARDWOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17KETTLE MORAINE COATI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 26QUALITY PROFILE SERV…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7EXTREME MANUFACTURIN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12BATTISTONI ITALIAN S…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7PRETIUM PACKAGING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10THE MILLENNIUM MAT C…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9J & M PALLETS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 22THE GOODYEAR TIRE & …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2US POLYCHEMICAL CORP, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16Schaeffler Aerospace…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15
Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 15 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.

Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation sits at penalty rank #2,973 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($45,284 assessed).

How Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation Compares

Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation'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 well above peers (2.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2021-06-15

Last Inspection

2025-02-21

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$15,095

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 4 years, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $15,095 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

14

Serious

93.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

6.7% 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

$71,303

Current Penalty Amount

$45,284

Penalty Reduction

36.5%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $26,019 from the initial assessment of $71,303. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 15 8.0
Total Penalty $45,284 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $15,095 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation, both outside CT so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($45,284 here).

Profile INC $45,295 TN Ball Metal Beverage Container CORP. $45,300 NY Echo Lake Foods INC. $45,300 WI Craftsmen Industries INC $45,240 MO

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Hasa, INC. 3 insp. Santa Clarita, CA Tyson Foods INC. 3 insp. Hope, AR Air-Way Manufacturing Company 3 insp. Edgerton, OH Trident Seafoods Corporation 3 insp. Cordova, AK

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Profile INC
MC Kenzie, TN
6 inspections $45,295
Ball Metal Beverage Container CORP.
Saratoga Springs, NY
3 inspections $45,300
Echo Lake Foods INC.
Burlington, WI
4 inspections $45,300
D & B Machining, Inc
Cumberland, RI
2 inspections $11,462
Service Electric of Michigan LLC
Brighton, MI
0 inspections $0

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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 Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 15 violations across 3 inspections, including 14 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 Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation have? ▼
Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation has 15 OSHA violations on record, including 14 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $45,284.
How many OSHA inspections has Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation had? ▼
Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2021-06-15 and the most recent on 2025-02-21. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation? ▼
Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation has been assessed $45,284 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $71,303 (a 36.5% reduction).
Does Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation has 14 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 Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation operate in? ▼
Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332991). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation ranks #5,881 (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 Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Schaeffler Aerospace USA Corporation's total OSHA penalty of $45,284 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (2.9x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Echo Lake Foods INC. in Burlington, WI is a similar manufacturing employer with $45,300 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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