Dorman was founded on the belief that people should have greater freedom to fix motor vehicles. For over 100 years, we have been driving new solutions, releasing tens of thousands of aftermarket replacement products engineered to save time and money, and increase convenience and reliability. Founded and headquartered in the United States, we are a pioneering global organization offering an always-evolving catalog of automotive, heavy-duty and specialty vehicle products. Today, we have more than 3,800 employees across 29 different locations, with a family of brands that also includes SuperATV and Dayton Parts. Publicly traded under the stock ticker DORM, reaching a revenue of $2.13 billion in 2025. Everyone who works at Dorman is called a Contributor. We need everyone, regardless of role and experience, to contribute to our success. That means everyone has a unique ability to make an impact on the business. We encourage all our Contributors to bring their authentic selves to work. The freedom to pursue new ideas, offer different perspectives, and grow in your career is fundamental to working at Dorman.
Job Summary
The Senior EHS Specialist is responsible for leading and executing environmental, health, and safety programs within a heavy steel manufacturing environment to ensure a safe, healthy, and compliant workplace. This role serves as a subject matter expert, driving the implementation and continuous improvement of site-level EHS initiatives, risk reduction efforts, and safety culture enhancements. Primary Duties
- Monitor and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DEP and other relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Conduct routine facility audits and inspections to identify hazards, gaps, and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Perform risk assessments and Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) to identify operational and environmental risks.
- Develop and implement corrective actions to mitigate identified risks. Training and Development:
- Develop, deliver, and coordinate training programs on safety procedures, emergency response, hazardous materials handling, and environmental compliance.
- Ensure all training materials are up to date and compliant with regulatory requirements. Incident Investigation:
- Lead investigations of accidents, incidents, and near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate findings and recommendations to site leadership.
- Oversee waste management practices, ensuring proper disposal of general waste, universal waste, and hazardous materials within environmental regulations.
- Monitor and conduct storm water sampling per facility permits.
- Monitor and conduct other physical and/or visual inspections per any other facility permits and regulations.
- Monitor emissions and implement programs to minimize environmental impact. Safety Program Development:
- Assist in the development and implementation of safety policies, programs, and procedures tailored to heavy steel manufacturing.
- Promote a culture of safety throughout the organization by engaging employees in safety initiatives. Data Analysis and Reporting:
- Collect, analyze, and track EHS performance data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
- Prepare reports and presentations for management and regulatory agencies as needed. Emergency Response Planning:
- Develop and implement emergency response plans and conduct drills to ensure readiness for potential incidents.
- Collaborate with local emergency services to enhance preparedness. Contributor Health
- Supports hygiene programs, such as noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring, ventilation surveys, or asbestos management plans.
- Conducts Ergonomic evaluations and develops corrective actions based on risk. Machine Guarding & LOTO
- Conducts machine guarding assessments on a regular cadence and brings potential risks to management and maintenance immediately.
- Ensures machines are guarded properly and the use of LOTO is used properly.
- Works with management and maintenance to correct any issues or gaps that are discovered. Build & Maintaining Working Relationships
- Responsible for collaborating with internal and external Safety representatives on organizational-wide initiatives.
- Works closely with Safety Manager, Plant Manager, and Human Resource department regarding worker's compensation, Employee Return to Work Program and restricted duty policy execution.
Qualifications
- Adhere to all safety standard and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Detailed oriented
- Physical Requirement: Capability to lift 50 pounds.
- Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach, swivel, carry items, and speak and actively listen. Noise level is usually moderate.
Education / Experience
- Bachelor's degree in safety, occupational health or related scientific or technical field preferred; and
- 5+ years of experience in organizational safety and employee health programs
- Previous experience with Job Safety Analysis and Ergonomics preferred
- Thorough understanding of OSHA, EPA, and NIOSH rules and regulations
- Experience as training professional preferred
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#DaytonParts The US base salary range for this full-time position is $62,100.00 to $90,400.00. This role is also eligible for a bonus. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific facts and circumstances of each role and candidate. As a Dorman US contributor, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid time off (sick/vacation), and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Dorman Products is an equal opportunity employer; we value a combination of ideas, perspectives, and cultures at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA Employer M/F/D/V. www.DormanProducts.com
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Dorman Products
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan
May 28, 2026