SAFETY & COMPLIANCE DIRECTOR

ACE ENDICO CORP•Village of Brewster, NY

2d•$115,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Safety and Compliance leads and owns the company’s safety and compliance programs, helping protect employees and keep operations audit-ready. This is a visible, hands-on leadership role involving work on the warehouse floor and participation in senior leadership meetings and strategic planning. The position is based on-site in Brewster, New York, with periodic travel to the Rhode Island facility, and follows a Monday–Friday day schedule. The director serves as the company’s subject matter expert on OSHA regulations and other workplace safety and regulatory requirements. The role sets measurable goals, oversees policies and training, assesses risk, leads investigations, maintains records, manages insurance and workers’ compensation matters, and works with managers, regulators, legal advisors, and insurance providers. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 5–7+ years of progressive safety, compliance, or regulatory experience, including 2+ years in a leadership or director-level role. Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or logistics is preferred. Compensation is $115,000–$130,000 per year. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with company match; paid vacation, sick time, and holidays; and several on-site amenities and employee discounts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s 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.
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.
Currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Certified Safety Professional (CSP), OSHA 30, or equivalent certification.
Experience in distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environments.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of company safety and compliance programs.
Serve as the company’s 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 ensure appropriate hazard controls are in place.
Prepare the company for regulatory inspections and internal and external audits, and maintain audit-ready documentation.
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 the Brewster and Rhode Island facilities.
Liaise with regulatory agencies, legal advisors, and insurance providers.
Partner with department managers and communicate compliance goals and expectations at every level.
Participate in senior leadership meetings and contribute to strategic planning.