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Manufacturing · Dayton, OH

Yoder Industries, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Yoder Industries, INC. ranks #5,388 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 44 violations across 5 inspections.

Top 5% by penalty64% serious
$48,316
OSHA penalties
44
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
#5,388
of 99,447 penalized employers

Yoder Industries, INC. in Dayton, OH has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 44 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $48,316. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Yoder Industries, INC. 5 times over 10 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 44 violations, averaging 8.8 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #5,388 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 5% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 28 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 above peers (1.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, West Liberty Foods, L.L.C. in West Liberty, IA is another manufacturing employer with 4 OSHA inspections on record and $48,318 in current penalties.

8.8
violations per inspection
63.6%
of violations were serious
#5,388
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 44 violations across 5 OSHA inspections (8.8 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Yoder Industries, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Yoder Industries, INC. runs well above peers (3.1x 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

$48,316 Bottom 5% least affordable more affordable than 5% 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 Yoder Industries, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both5.05.055.05.0016324864OSHA inspectionsViolations citedCALCIUM PRODUCTS, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 34PREMIUM PET HEALTH LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 36HOMESTEAD BAKING CO., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 13TIMBER CREEK RESOURC…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12CONSTELLIUM MUSCLE S…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 1FIRTH RIXSON, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 10MARTIN'S FAMOUS PAST…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 1R & D METAL FABRICAT…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 11THE PICTSWEET COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 4US FISHING LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 6BASIC MARINE, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 61R & B GRINDING CO., …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 42SABRE INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12SILVER BAY SEAFOODS …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 29E.I. DUPONT DE NEMOU…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 16NAUTIQUE BOAT COMPAN…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 11APX - YORK SHEET MET…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17PITTS ENTERPRISES, I…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 10AVERY DENNISON INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17LEWIS BOLT & NUT COM…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14Yoder Industries, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 44
Yoder Industries, INC. has 5 OSHA inspections on record and 44 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.

Yoder Industries, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Yoder Industries, INC. sits at penalty rank #2,746 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($48,316 assessed).

How Yoder Industries, INC. Compares

Yoder Industries, INC.'s 8.80 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 (3.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2010-02-04

Last Inspection

2019-10-11

Inspection Span

10 yrs

Violations / Inspection

8.8

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$9,663

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 5 inspections over 10 years, averaging 8.8 violations per visit. That's $9,663 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

28

Serious

63.6% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

2

Repeat

4.5% of total

14

Other-Than-Serious

31.8% 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

$131,017

Current Penalty Amount

$48,316

Penalty Reduction

63.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $82,701 from the initial assessment of $131,017. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Yoder Industries, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 5 2.6
Violations 44 8.0
Total Penalty $48,316 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $9,663 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Yoder Industries, INC., both outside OH so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($48,316 here).

West Liberty Foods, L.L.C. $48,318 IA Metal Finishing CO. INC. $48,320 KS Timber Creek Resources LLC $48,327 WI Porcelen Limited Connecticut, LLC $48,293 CT

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (5 inspections here).

Calcium Products 5 insp. Fort Dodge, IA Premium Pet Health LLC 5 insp. Smithfield, VA Homestead Baking CO. 5 insp. Rumford, RI Timber Creek Resource, LLC 5 insp. Milwaukee, WI

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

West Liberty Foods, L.L.C.
West Liberty, IA
4 inspections $48,318
Metal Finishing CO. INC.
Wichita, KS
6 inspections $48,320
Nu-Vue Window Factory
Oceanside, NY
0 inspections $0
Timber Creek Resources LLC
Antigo, WI
3 inspections $48,327
Porcelen Limited Connecticut, LLC
Hamden, CT
3 inspections $48,293

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What to do with this record

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

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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 Yoder Industries, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Yoder Industries, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 44 violations across 5 inspections, including 28 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 Yoder Industries, INC. have? ▼
Yoder Industries, INC. has 44 OSHA violations on record, including 28 serious, 0 willful, and 2 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $48,316.
How many OSHA inspections has Yoder Industries, INC. had? ▼
Yoder Industries, INC. has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-02-04 and the most recent on 2019-10-11. This averages 8.8 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Yoder Industries, INC.? ▼
Yoder Industries, INC. has been assessed $48,316 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $131,017 (a 63.1% reduction).
Does Yoder Industries, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Yoder Industries, INC. has 28 serious violations, and 2 repeat 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 Yoder Industries, INC. operate in? ▼
Yoder Industries, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 331521). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Yoder Industries, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Yoder Industries, INC. ranks #5,388 (the top 5% 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 Yoder Industries, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Yoder Industries, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $48,316 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (3.1x the average). The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, West Liberty Foods, L.L.C. in West Liberty, IA is a similar manufacturing employer with $48,318 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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