Sara Ames
About Sara Ames
Sara Ames serves as an EHS Manager at Berry Global, Inc. and has extensive experience in environmental health and safety management across various organizations.
Current Role at Berry Global
Sara Ames serves as the EHS Manager at Berry Global, Inc. since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing environmental, health, and safety initiatives within the organization. Her work focuses on ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting a safe working environment for employees. She has been instrumental in implementing programs that enhance workplace safety and environmental stewardship.
Previous Experience in EHS Management
Before joining Berry Global, Sara Ames held various positions in environmental health and safety management. She worked as the EHS Manager at HP Hood LLC from 2013 to 2015, where she managed safety protocols and compliance. Prior to that, she served as the Safety Manager at G&C Food Distributors Inc. from 2015 to 2017, focusing on safety training and risk management. Her experience also includes a role as Project Manager at Safety-Kleen and Antea Group.
Educational Background
Sara Ames studied at Michigan State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental & Natural Resource Policy Studies from 1995 to 1997. She furthered her education at Wayne State University from 2000 to 2002, completing additional studies that contributed to her expertise in environmental health and safety.
Professional Involvement with OSHA
In addition to her role at Berry Global, Sara Ames has been involved with the US Department of Labor OSHA as a VPP Special Government Employee (SGE) since 2021. In this capacity, she contributes to the Voluntary Protection Programs, which promote effective safety and health management systems in the workplace.
Career Timeline and Experience
Sara Ames has a diverse career in environmental health and safety spanning over two decades. She began her career as a Resource Manager at Waste Management from 2000 to 2005. Her experience includes significant roles in project management and safety management across various organizations, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of EHS practices.