SAFETY & COMPLIANCE DIRECTOR

Director of Safety and Compliance

Schedule: Full-Time || On-Site || Monday - Friday
Pay: $115,000 - $130,000 / year
Location: Brewster, NY [with periodic travel to our Rhode Island facility]

Lead Safety. Protect Our People. Shape Our Culture.

Join our leadership team as our Director of Safety and Compliance and own the programs that keep our people safe and our operation audit-ready. Were looking for a strategic, hands-on leader who sets the standard for workplace safety and regulatory compliance, and who is as comfortable on the warehouse floor as in the boardroom.

If you want a visible leadership role with real impact, competitive pay, and solid benefits, wed love to hear from you.

What Youll Do

As Director of Safety and Compliance, you will:

- Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of all company safety and compliance programs

- Serve as the companys subject matter expert on OSHA regulations and other workplace safety and regulatory requirements

- Set measurable safety and compliance goals and track progress

- Develop, update, and enforce safety, compliance, and training policies, including consistent application of disciplinary actions

- Conduct risk assessments and make sure appropriate hazard controls are in place

- Prepare the company for regulatory inspections and internal and external audits, and keep documentation audit-ready at all times

- Oversee safety and compliance training for all departments, including certification renewals and required refreshers

- Lead investigations into incidents, near-misses, and compliance violations, and develop preventive measures

- Maintain incident logs, OSHA 300 logs, and reporting procedures

- Manage workers compensation, auto liability, and general liability matters for our Brewster and Rhode Island facilities

- Serve as the liaison with regulatory agencies, legal advisors, and insurance providers

- Partner with department managers and communicate compliance goals and expectations at every level

- Join senior leadership meetings and contribute to strategic planning

What Were Looking For

- Bachelors degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Health, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field

- 5-7+ years of progressive experience in safety, compliance, or regulatory roles, including 2+ years in a leadership or director-level role

- In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations and applicable workplace safety and compliance frameworks

- Certified Safety Professional (CSP), OSHA 30, or equivalent certification preferred

- Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environments preferred

- Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to manage and motivate cross-functional teams

- Advanced organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and compliance management systems

- Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines

Benefits

- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

- 401(k) with generous Company Match

- Paid Vacation, Sick Time & Holidays

- Annual safety shoe reimbursement

- Free on-site Chiropractor

- Free on-site Gym

- Free access to on-site Athletic Trainers

- Free lunch twice per week

- Employee Marketplace discount

Why Join Our Team?

Join a company that values safety, professionalism, and teamwork. We offer competitive pay, solid benefits, and a leadership role where your work protects our people every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

Apply today and take the lead on safety with us!