Ardagh Glass Packaging's Indiana facility achieves FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification
On January 10, 2023, Ardagh Glass Packaging – North America announced that its Winchester, Indiana facility received the FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification. This certification, recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative, confirms a robust food safety management system is in place. With this achievement, a total of eight AGP facilities in North America are now certified. Vice President of Quality, Mike Fair, emphasized Ardagh's commitment to food safety and the well-being of both customers and consumers. For over 125 years, Ardagh has been a leader in the glass packaging industry.
- Winchester facility achieved FSSC 22000 certification, enhancing brand reputation.
- Total of eight certified facilities improves operational standards in food safety.
- None.
INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Ardagh Glass Packaging – North America (AGP – North America), a business of Ardagh Group, announced that its Winchester, Ind., glass manufacturing facility achieved FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification.
The FSSC 22000 Food Safety System Certification provides a framework for effectively managing an organization's food safety responsibilities. Fully recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI), FSSC 22000 demonstrates that a company has a robust Food Safety Management System in place.
"Ardagh is committed to driving continuous improvement in food safety management systems within our facilities," said Mike Fair, Vice President of Quality for Ardagh Glass Packaging – North America. "The FSSC 22000 Certification reflects Ardagh's commitment to the quality, safety and well-being of both our customers and consumers across the U.S."
In order to achieve certification, the Winchester facility was required to demonstrate they had effectively implemented a robust food safety management system based on FSSC 22000 requirements.
With this recent achievement, there are now a total of eight AGP – North America facilities that are FSSC 22000 certified. In addition to Winchester, AGP – North America's Burlington, Wis.; Dunkirk, Ind.; Henderson, N.C.; Pevely, Mo.; Port Allegany, Pa.; Ruston, La.; and Sapulpa, Okla., facilities are FSSC 22000 Certified.
As the trusted and proven packaging for health, taste and the environment, glass is the only widely-used food packaging granted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) status of "GRAS" or generally recognized as safe – the highest standard.
For more than 125 years, Ardagh has been producing innovative glass bottles in the U.S. and offers a selection of premium glass bottles and jars in a variety of colors, sizes, styles and finishes.
For more information about Ardagh's glass packaging, visit our website.
Further information
Gina Behrman, Vice President, Marketing, Communications & NPD at Ardagh Glass Packaging – North America, gina.l.behrman@ardaghgroup.com, 317.558.5717
Paula Polei, Manager, Marketing & Communications at Ardagh Glass Packaging – North America, paula.polei@ardaghgroup.com, 317.558.5732
Download image here.
View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ardagh-glass-packagings-indiana-facility-achieves-fssc-22000-food-safety-system-certification-301716817.html
SOURCE Ardagh Group
FAQ
What is the significance of the FSSC 22000 certification for Ardagh (ARD)?
How many facilities of Ardagh Glass Packaging – North America are FSSC certified?
When was the FSSC 22000 certification awarded to the Winchester facility?
Who commented on the achievement of the certification for Ardagh (ARD)?
What does the FSSC 22000 certification demonstrate for Ardagh (ARD)?
