Head of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)

Northwell Health

2d • Onsite

About The Position

FlexStaff is seeking a Head of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) for our client, a leading innovator in the food distribution industry, located in the Bronx. The Head of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) will lead the company'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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (required) or Master’s degree (preferred) in Occupational or Environmental Health and Safety or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive 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).

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• 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: State-of-the-art Bronx campus features an on-site gym, cafeteria
• Free on-site parking and an employee shuttle service from nearby MTA stations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees