Group Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

Position at Parts Town

See What We’re All About

As the fastest-growing distributor of restaurant equipment, HVAC and residential appliance parts, we like to do things a little differently. First, you need to understand and demonstrate our Core Values with safety being your first priority. That’s key. But we’re also looking for unique enthusiasm, high integrity, courage to embrace change…and if you know a few jokes, that puts you on the top of our list!

Do you have a genius-level knowledge of original equipment manufacturer parts? If not, no problem! We’re more interested in passionate people with fresh ideas from different backgrounds. That’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We’re proud that our workplace has been recognized for its growth and innovation on the Inc. 5000 list 15 years in a row and the Crain’s Fast 50 list ten times. We are honored to be voted by our Chicagoland team as a Chicago Tribune Top Workplace for the last four years.

If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, go above and beyond and put your ambition to work, all while having some fun, let’s chat – Apply Today!
 

Perks

• Parts Town Pride – check out our virtual tour and culture!
• Team member appreciation events and recognition programs
• Volunteer opportunities
• Hybrid work schedule
• Monthly IT stipend
• Casual dress code
• On-demand pay options: Access your pay as you earn it, to cover unexpected or even everyday expenses
• All the traditional benefits like health insurance, 401k/401k match, employee assistance programs and time away – don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.  
   

The Job at a Glance

The Group Director, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) leads the strategy, programs, and standards that help keep our team members safe and our operations compliant across the Parts Town family of businesses. This role partners with leaders across the organization to build a strong safety culture, reduce risk, and drive continuous improvement in workplace safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance.

Working at both a strategic and hands-on level, the Group Director develops enterprise-wide EHS programs, provides guidance on key risks and initiatives, and helps ensure consistent execution across our distribution, fulfillment, and repair operations. Success in this role means creating safer workplaces, supporting business growth, and fostering a culture where safety is a shared responsibility!

A Typical Day

EHS Strategy

• Develop and execute the enterprise-wide EHS strategy aligned with business goals.
• Establish company-wide safety standards, policies, and best practices.
• Drive enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance safety performance, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions that improve operational effectiveness and reduce organizational risk.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor EHS team members, fostering a high-performance culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Establish clear goals, performance expectations, and development plans for EHS professionals across the organization.
• Partner with executive leadership to align EHS initiatives with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Influence and support leaders at all levels in driving ownership of safety and environmental performance.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Operations, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Legal, Facilities, and Engineering teams.
• Drive organizational change by championing EHS best practices and enterprise-wide improvement initiatives.
• Communicate EHS strategy, performance metrics, and key initiatives to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Promote a culture where safety is a core value and every team member is empowered to identify and mitigate risk.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and other applicable regulations.
• Oversee risk assessments, audits, inspections, and corrective action programs.
• Monitor regulatory changes and proactively implement compliance initiatives.
• Partner with Legal and Operations leaders to mitigate organizational risk.

Safety Culture & Continuous Improvement

• Analyze key performance metrics and trends to drive improvements.
• Lead incident review processes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Champion enterprise-wide safety awareness, training, and engagement programs.
• Identify and implement innovative solutions that enhance safety performance and operational effectiveness.

Environmental Stewardship

• Oversee environmental compliance programs and reporting requirements.
• Ensure responsible management of hazardous materials, waste streams, and sustainability initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts that protect team members, communities, and the environment.

To Land This Opportunity

• You have 10+ years of progressive Environmental Health & Safety leadership experience in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or industrial environments.
• You have a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
• You have experience building or maturing enterprise-wide EHS strategies and programs across multiple U.S.locations in a matrixed organization (international experience and practical exposure to European and UK EHS expectations, cultures and operating models preferred)
• You are proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other business applications used for reporting, analysis, and communication (experience with ERP, WMS, business intelligence, or other operational systems supporting distribution and supply chain environments is preferred.
• You have experience utilizing EHS management systems, compliance tracking tools, and incident management platforms. You can analyze EHS performance metrics and communicate insights through dashboards, reports, and executive presentations (experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) to administer compliance and safety training programs is preferred).
• You have demonstrated experience with regulatory inspections, compliance assurance, significant incident investigations, emergency response and senior-leadership reporting.
• You have successfully led regulatory inspections, audits, incident investigations, and risk management initiatives.
• You bring a proven track record of building and influencing safety culture at all levels of an organization.
• You possess strong leadership, change management, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• You can translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business processes and operational solutions.
• You have exceptional collaboration and project management skills.
• You demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset and a history of driving measurable business results.
• You are able to obtain a current 40-hour HAZWOPER certification.
• You have a quality, high speed internet connection at home.
• You’re an all-star communicator and are proficient in English (both written and verbal). If you’re bilingual, that’s a plus!
• You can travel domestically and/or internationally up to 20% of the time.s

You have strong knowledge of:

• OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom)
• OSHA Process Safety Management 
• EPA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
• EPA hazardous waste regulations
• DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations
• Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) requirements
• Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
• NFPA hazardous material storage requirements

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
• Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM)
• 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
   

About Your Future Team

We are about working hard and playing hard. We are about having each others back, taking on responsibility and making things better for all. We are gritty, roll back your sleeves and get the job done with an inclusive, positive can-do attitude. We enjoy our social events, celebrating with food (of course) and celebrating our team members’ life’s milestones and events.

At Parts Town, we value transparency and are committed to ensuring our team members feel appreciated and supported.   We prioritize our positive workplace culture where collaboration, growth, and work-life balance are celebrated. The salary range for this role is $129,780 - $175,584annually which is based on including but not limited to qualifications, experience, and geographical location. Parts Town is a pay for performance-company. In addition to base pay, some roles offer a profit-sharing program, and an annual bonus depending on the role. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid sick time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and professional development opportunities.

Parts Town welcomes diversity and as an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

We are an E-Verify employer.

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