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Schantz MFG INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Schantz MFG INC. ranks #25,597 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 14 violations across 3 inspections.

Upper half by penalty93% serious
$14,109
OSHA penalties
14
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#25,597
of 99,447 penalized employers

Schantz MFG INC. in Highland, IL has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 14 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $14,109. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Schantz MFG INC. 3 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 14 violations, averaging 4.7 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #25,597 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 13 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, Thyssenkrupp Crankshaft Company, LLC in Danville, IL is another manufacturing employer with 5 OSHA inspections on record and $6,139 in current penalties.

4.7
violations per inspection
92.9%
of violations were serious
#25,597
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 22/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 14 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (4.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Schantz MFG INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Schantz MFG INC. sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x 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

$14,109 Bottom 26% least affordable more affordable than 26% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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

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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 Schantz MFG INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.027.51318.524OSHA inspectionsViolations citedHONEYWELL INTERNATIO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6GEORGE INDUSTRIES LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17GILMAN BUILDING PROD…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 23HITACHI AUTOMOTIVE …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6CALIFORNIA INNOVATIO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 20COLORADO TIMBER RESO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 21BALL METAL BEVERAGE …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10COORSTEK, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10INW LIVING ECOLOGY O…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6THE STRESSCRETE GROUP, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14FORMOSA PLASTICS COR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3MULTIVAC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9AMERICAN STANDARD BR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7KEY BELLEVILLES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 20GULF RICE MILLING, I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12HARTUNG GLASS INDUST…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6PLAS-TEC CORP., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8PHOENIX MILLWORK, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 23ARROW FASTENER CO., …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11Schantz MFG INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14
Schantz MFG INC. has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 14 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.

Schantz MFG INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Schantz MFG INC. ranks #12,024 at $14,109 current penalty.

How Schantz MFG INC. Compares

Schantz MFG INC.'s 4.67 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 (0.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2014-05-01

Last Inspection

2014-07-03

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

4.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,703

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 1 year, averaging 4.7 violations per visit. That's $4,703 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

13

Serious

92.9% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

7.1% 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

$24,060

Current Penalty Amount

$14,109

Penalty Reduction

41.4%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $9,951 from the initial assessment of $24,060. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Schantz MFG INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 14 8.0
Total Penalty $14,109 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,703 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Schantz MFG INC., both outside IL so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($14,109 here).

Robbins Lumber, INC. $14,108 ME Woodlawn Manufacturing, LTD $14,111 TX Senesco Marine LLC $14,106 RI Tahoe Asphalt, INC. $14,105 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Honeywell International INC. 3 insp. Geismar, LA Bristol-Myers Squibb Company 3 insp. Devens, MA George Industries LLC 3 insp. Endicott, NY Gilman Building Products, LLC 3 insp. Dudley, GA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Robbins Lumber, INC.
Searsmont, ME
3 inspections $14,108
Thyssenkrupp Crankshaft Company, LLC
Danville, IL
5 inspections $6,139
Woodlawn Manufacturing, LTD
Marshall, TX
2 inspections $14,111
Senesco Marine LLC
North Kingstown, RI
4 inspections $14,106
Hangar Door Specialists, LLC
Boynton Beach, FL
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 Schantz MFG INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Schantz MFG INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 14 violations across 3 inspections, including 13 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 Schantz MFG INC. have? ▼
Schantz MFG INC. has 14 OSHA violations on record, including 13 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $14,109.
How many OSHA inspections has Schantz MFG INC. had? ▼
Schantz MFG INC. has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-05-01 and the most recent on 2014-07-03. This averages 4.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Schantz MFG INC.? ▼
Schantz MFG INC. has been assessed $14,109 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $24,060 (a 41.4% reduction).
Does Schantz MFG INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Schantz MFG INC. has 13 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 Schantz MFG INC. operate in? ▼
Schantz MFG INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 339999). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Schantz MFG INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Schantz MFG INC. ranks #25,597 (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 Schantz MFG INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Schantz MFG INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $14,109 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Thyssenkrupp Crankshaft Company, LLC in Danville, IL is a similar manufacturing employer with $6,139 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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