Environmental, Health, and Safety; EH&S Specialist - AM Shift

Overview

Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) Specialist

Fresh Direct is seeking an Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) Coordinator for our manufacturing, warehouse, transportation, and express sites located in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Bronx. The successful candidate will have relevant experience in EH&S and DOT safety and will report to the Director, EH&S. The role is instrumental in promoting a “culture of safety” throughout all locations and assisting in the development and implementation of the Company’s comprehensive EH&S Program.

• Performs daily EH&S site inspections in all locations to ensure state, local, and federal compliance with operating procedures.
• Routinely audits safety systems and departments to ensure OSHA and DOT compliance.
• Recommends operational process modifications to mitigate risk by addressing deficiencies.
• Conducts incident investigations, including interviews, data gathering, and recommending corrective actions based on policies and procedures.
• Completes thorough incident reports and ensures incidents are logged and reported to necessary personnel and channels.
• Reviews departmental investigation reports to ensure corrective actions have been executed to prevent recurrence and unsafe acts or conditions.
• Assists and supports all departments with safety training, including behavioral-based workplace and job function safety training programs.
• Maintains adequate supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for all locations.
• Prepares safety presentations, including trends and performance indicators, and presents data to relevant teams.
• Delivers key safety concepts to support the Mission Zero roadmap to zero lost-time injuries and world-class performance.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned based on business needs.

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Three (3) years’ hands-on experience driving safety and compliance in a busy, complex, multi-faceted warehouse, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team.
• Travel within the NYC region is required.

Desired

• Knowledge of OSHA/DOT/EPA/NYC/FDNY regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures
• Bilingual:
  Spanish/English
• OSHA-30 General Industry Certification
• S-95 FDNY Certificate of Fitness - Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems
• F-01 FDNY Certificate of Fitness - Fire Guard for Impairment
• Experience with operating forklifts and/or powered industrial trucks

• Excellent interpersonal, influencing, verbal, and written communication skills at all levels in a multi-tiered, multi-cultured workplace.
• Ability to train others in classroom or onsite settings.
• Capable of multi-tasking and managing multiple projects concurrently in a deadline-driven environment.
• Self-motivated with a strong drive to excel.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

In 2023, Fresh Direct officially became part of the Getir family. Getir’s delivery expertise and technology will complement Fresh Direct’s operations. Fresh Direct offers comprehensive benefits, including health plan coverage and employee discounts, and supports employee development, team-building, and collaboration with suppliers in the field.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Fresh Direct does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Fresh Direct is committed to complying with applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities.