Environmental, Health and Safety Specialist

Ro le description:

The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist will be responsible for supporting and monitoring the Environmental, Health, and Safety program for the Bridgeton, NJ plant with a focus on the prevention and control of occupational injury and illnesses.

Responsibilities:

• Auditing operations for adherence to EHS audit protocols, EHS and food safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Administer programs geared to protect the health and safety of company employees, visitors, and contractors and to protect any impact on the environment
• Engaging with workers to identify potentially unsafe activities, work practices, and use of equipment or tools at the plant
• Ensuring that employees are informed of EHS protocols and training is conducted as required
• Promoting safe and professional work practices and conditions that are compliant with environmental, health, and safety policies, regulations, and best practices
• Documenting and reporting EHS audit findings, EHS incidents, root cause analysis results and corrective actions into the Ardagh Risk Management System
• Assisting in the preparation of EHS reports, assessments, and records for internal stakeholders and external regulatory agencies
• Keeping abreast of the latest EHS trends, policies, regulations, and best practices

Minimum skills / qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of EHS experience in a manufacturing environment
• Independent thinking and ability to resolve regulatory and technical issues to best advise management on resolving EHS issues
• Persuasive communication skills for training and reporting findings
• Ability to travel up to 10%

Preferred skills / qualifications:

• Ability to interpret OSHA and EPA regulations and related safety/environmental regulations
• Professional certification (e.g. CSP, CIH, CHMM)
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• ISO 14001/45001 experience
• Experience in creating Power Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards

Compensation:

The base annual salary range for this role is between $58,300 and 87,500 per year. The final salary will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

This role is eligible to participate in the annual Ardagh Incentive Bonus (AIB) plan. The bonus incentive program is based on total company performance.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans 
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.

About Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP):

Ardagh Glass Packaging (AGP) is a global supplier of recyclable glass packaging for brand owners in the beverage, food, pharmaceutical and chemical sectors. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AGP is a leading industry player across Europe, Africa and the Americas with innovative production capabilities. AGP operates 35 glass production facilities in twelve countries, employing more than 12,500 employees with sales of approximately $4.1 billion in 2025. In May 2026, AGP launched Clearly Ardagh, a major strategic initiative designed to enhance our capabilities and reinforce our commitment to all stakeholders. 

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and has a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.



 
Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Kelly Molloy (View email address on us.fitly.work) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.