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Ventra Ionia Main

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Ventra Ionia Main ranks #29,164 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 15 violations across 6 inspections.

Upper half by penalty100% serious
$12,350
OSHA penalties
15
Violations cited
6
OSHA inspections
#29,164
of 99,447 penalized employers

Ventra Ionia Main in Ionia, MI has been the subject of 6 OSHA workplace inspections and 15 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $12,350. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $1,740 in back wages owed to 14 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 Ventra Ionia Main 6 times across a longer 14-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 15 violations, averaging 2.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #29,164 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 15 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 well above peers (2.3x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $1,740 in back wages owed to 14 affected workers. For comparison, Joe Blunt DBA JB Pallet & Wood Products in Vernon, IL is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $14,095 in current penalties.

2.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#29,164
of 99,447 penalized employers
$1,740
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

C 73/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 15 violations across 6 OSHA inspections (2.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $2K in back wages owed across 3 WHD cases ($580 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 Ventra Ionia Main compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Ventra Ionia Main runs moderately below peers (0.8x 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

$12,350 Bottom 29% least affordable more affordable than 29% 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 Ventra Ionia Main.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both6.06.066.06.0011.322.533.845.0OSHA inspectionsViolations citedDEL MONTE FOODS INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 23PILGRIM'S PRIDE CORP…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 8FRESH EXPRESS INCORP…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 5J N PALLET COMPANY, …, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 14HAMMER HAAG STEEL, I…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 20TRINITY MARINE PRODU…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 11CLINGAN STEEL, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 6CALIFORNIA DAIRIES, …, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 12SAEHAESUNG ALABAMA, …, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 21GARELICK FARMS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 15PACKAGING CORPORATIO…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 9GOLDEN PLATTER FOODS…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 4MODERN INDUSTRIES, I…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 10PCC STRUCTURALS INC, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 13GENERAL MOTORS, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 2LIST INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 23KUNZLER & COMPANY, I…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 35CREED-MONARCH, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 43ORLANDO BAKING COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 16RECREATION UNLIMITED…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 19Ventra Ionia Main, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 15
Ventra Ionia Main has 6 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.

Ventra Ionia Main in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Ventra Ionia Main ranks #13,466 at $12,350 current penalty. WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place Ventra Ionia Main at rank #4,014 of 4,429 employers ($1,740 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $12,350 OSHA penalties plus $1,740 WHD back wages (12.3% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Ventra Ionia Main Compares

Ventra Ionia Main's 2.50 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 (0.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

6

First Inspection

2012-12-11

Last Inspection

2026-06-29

Inspection Span

14 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,058

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 6 inspections over 14 years, averaging 2.5 violations per visit. That's $2,058 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

15

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

$24,700

Current Penalty Amount

$12,350

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$14,090

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $12,350 from the initial assessment of $24,700. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
3
Back Wages Owed
$1,740
Employees Affected
14
WHD Violations
16
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$124
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$580

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Ventra Ionia Main owed $1,740 in back wages to 14 employees across 3 cases and 16 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 Ventra Ionia Main compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Ventra Ionia Main Industry Avg
Inspections 6 2.6
Violations 15 8.0
Total Penalty $12,350 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,058 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Ventra Ionia Main, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($12,350 here).

Circle Gear & Machine CO. INC., $12,350 IL Nexans Aerospace USA, LLC $12,350 NC Truss Systems, INC. $12,350 GA Dover Pumps & Process Solutions Segment, INC. $12,348 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (6 inspections here).

Del Monte Foods INC. 6 insp. Plover, WI Pilgrim's Pride Corporation 6 insp. Douglas, GA Fresh Express Incorporated 6 insp. Streamwood, IL J N Pallet Company, LLC 6 insp. Conneautville, PA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Biotics Research Corporation
Rosenberg, TX
3 inspections $14,088
Ext Plastics
Excelsior Springs, MO
2 inspections $14,087
Paperworks Studio
Traverse City, MI
0 inspections $0
Newmart Builders, INC.
South Hill, VA
1 inspections $1,414
Joe Blunt DBA JB Pallet & Wood Products
Vernon, IL
2 inspections $14,095

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What to do with this record

Use Ventra Ionia Main's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Ventra Ionia Main against Biotics Research Corporation, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
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  • Ventra Ionia Main also carries $1,740 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 Ventra Ionia Main safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Ventra Ionia Main's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 15 violations across 6 inspections, including 15 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 Ventra Ionia Main have? ▼
Ventra Ionia Main has 15 OSHA violations on record, including 15 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $12,350.
How many OSHA inspections has Ventra Ionia Main had? ▼
Ventra Ionia Main has had 6 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-12-11 and the most recent on 2026-06-29. This averages 2.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Ventra Ionia Main? ▼
Ventra Ionia Main has been assessed $12,350 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $24,700 (a 50.0% reduction). Additionally, $1,740 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Ventra Ionia Main have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Ventra Ionia Main has 15 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 Ventra Ionia Main been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 3 enforcement cases against Ventra Ionia Main, resulting in $1,740 in back wages owed to 14 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Ventra Ionia Main operate in? ▼
Ventra Ionia Main operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 336370). 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 Ventra Ionia Main owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Ventra Ionia Main 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 $1,740 in back wages owed by this employer across 3 cases.
Where does Ventra Ionia Main rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Ventra Ionia Main ranks #29,164 (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 Ventra Ionia Main's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Ventra Ionia Main's total OSHA penalty of $12,350 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 6 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Joe Blunt DBA JB Pallet & Wood Products in Vernon, IL is a similar manufacturing employer with $14,095 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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