Project Manager

Role description: 

The Project Manager is responsible for project planning, budget creation, and the safe execution of deliverables in a cost-effective and timely manner. 

Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for coordination and implementation of major Ardagh Glass capital projects through the direction of internal and external resources 

• Make decisions on technical issues at the administrative level relating to project development and implementation which impact capital and operating costs 

• Provide cross-functional leadership through the influence of a matrix team (this role does not have direct reports) 

• Support the vertical start-up of production following rebuilds 

• Make recommendations to Ardagh Glass Packaging - North America (AGP-NA) management on projects for all AGP-NA manufacturing facilities 

• Provide direction and manage resources for review of plant projects, engineering assistance, and troubleshooting as needed 

• Adhere to and enforce all local health and safety regulations and policies 

Minimum skills / qualifications:  

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field 

• Ten (10) years of project or program management experience in an industrial environment 

• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and projects at the same time 

• Demonstrated experience using and implementing project management tools and best practices 

• Experience with technical problem solving, knowledge of multiple disciplines (electrical, mechanical, environmental, cold end, etc) 

• Excellent up, down, and lateral communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to engage with leadership and project steering teams to drive key project decisions 

• Effective leadership, organization, and planning skills with agility to handle changing priorities 

• Works well with others and can facilitate discussions to reach consensus 

• Self-starter capable of forming and leading in a matrix organization comprised of team members from engineering, operations, procurement, finance, and outside contractors 

• Ability to travel 50%

Preferred skills / qualifications:  

• Master's degree in engineering or a related field 

• Prior glass experience 

About Ardagh Group
Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.
Today we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.

• Did you know that Ardagh produce many of the beverage cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
• Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
• Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and have 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!
 
Benefits Offered

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans 
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 
• Life insurance  
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and an employer retirement contribution 
• Paid holidays, floating days and vacation 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups
• Benefits available from day 1 of employment 
• Flexible and hybrid working hours

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 Clare McHugh (clare.mchugh@ardaghgroup.com) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.