Fresh Direct, Inc.

Head of Safety

Fresh Direct, Inc.$200K *
Bronx, NY 10467In-Person
Food & Beverages
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational or Environmental Health and Safety or related field required, Master's preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive EHS experience, preferably in food manufacturing or plant environments.
  • Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM) is essential.
  • Strong familiarity with OSHA 30, DOT, EPA regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Proven track record in designing and leading safety programs and training initiatives.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate and influence across various organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Lead company-wide safety culture initiatives to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations and internal EHS policies.
  • Develop and enforce comprehensive EHS programs and procedures across all departments.
  • Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments for compliance and to identify improvements.
  • Oversee safety and certification training for employees, contractors, and management.
  • Investigate accidents and near-miss incidents, determining root causes and corrective actions.
  • Act as primary liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, and safety vendors.

Benefits

  • A safety-first culture focused on trust, innovation, and continuous learning.
  • Direct impact on health, safety, and well-being of people and communities.
  • A collaborative, fast-paced environment where expertise drives meaningful change.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including professional development opportunities.
  • Part of a mission-driven company redefining food supply from farm to table.
Full Job Description
Head of Safety leads FreshDirect's efforts to create and maintain a safe, healthy, and compliant work environment. This role is responsible for developing and executing strategies that reduce risk, prevent injury, and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations. Partnering closely with operations and leadership teams, the Director drives continuous improvement and fosters a strong safety culture where care for people and the environment is central to everything we do.

What You'll Do
  • Lead company-wide safety culture initiatives to drive accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, DOT, EPA) and company EHS policies.
  • Develop, implement, and enforce comprehensive EHS programs and procedures across all departments.
  • Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to ensure regulatory compliance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Oversee design, delivery, and tracking of all safety and certification training for employees, contractors, and management.
  • Lead investigations into accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents; identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, auditors, and safety vendors.
  • Coach, mentor, and manage the EHS team-including the EHS Manager, Occupational Health Supervisor, and Safety Specialist-to ensure development and high performance.
  • Establish and monitor safety performance metrics to track progress and influence strategic decisions.
  • Work on auto claims, workers compensation, and general liability comp


What You'll Bring
  • Bachelor's degree (required) or Master's degree (preferred) in Occupational or Environmental Health and Safety or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive Safety/EHS experience, ideally in a food manufacturing or plant environment.
  • Professional certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP) or Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM).
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA 30 (General Industry), DOT, EPA, and other relevant regulations.
  • Proven experience designing and leading safety programs and training initiatives.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence at all organizational levels.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook).
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.


What You'll Love About Working Here
  • A safety-first culture built on trust, innovation, and continuous learning.
  • The opportunity to make a direct impact on the health, safety, and well-being of our people and our communities.
  • A collaborative, fast-paced environment where your expertise drives meaningful change.
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including professional development and growth opportunities.
  • The chance to be part of a mission-driven company redefining how food gets from farm to table.


Salary $200,000

Total Rewards & Benefits
  • Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits - we take care of our people so they can do their best work.
  • Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
  • Health Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Voluntary Disability coverage.
  • Financial Benefits: 401(k) with employer match and Life Insurance.
  • Location: Our state-of-the-art Bronx campus features an on-site gym, cafeteria, and employee market. We offer free on-site parking and an employee shuttle service from nearby MTA stations.
  • People Investment: We provide job training and leadership development programs to support professional growth and partner with local colleges to offer tuition discounts.
  • Perks: Enjoy a 20% employee discount on FreshDirect online orders and our wine store. Our on-site employee market offers substantial product markdowns, and we host regular vendor spotlights and engagement events so employees can experience our products firsthand.


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About Fresh Direct, Inc.

Fresh Direct is an online grocery delivery service that delivers to residences and offices in the New York City metropolitan area. The company offers fresh produce, meat and seafood, dairy, deli, bakery, and pantry items, as well as prepared meals and meal kits. Fresh Direct was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Bronx, New York.
Learn more about Fresh Direct, Inc.
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1998

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