2. Andrew Harper HR Manager Macphie of Glenbervie Ltd

3. Macphie - An overview Company formed in 1920s Moved into manufacturing in 1970s Relocated to Glenbervie Macphie has expanded to become the UKs leading independent food ingredients manufacturer Operates across 3 Commercial Divisions –Bakery Solutions –Food Solutions –Macphie International

4. Macphie - An overview Employs 300 people Turnover approx £40m - 2006/07 Exports to 40 countries Macphie is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, EFSIS and IIP accredited Manufacturing sites at Glenbervie & Glasgow Home Farm

5. What do SVQs mean to Macphie of Glenbervie?

6. LEVELS OF SVQs Level II Broader range of activities where the candidate demonstrates more autonomy & responsibility and may have to work as part of a team Level III Activities more complex and non-routine. Considerable autonomy and responsibility including supervisory skills. Level IV Complex and technical work activities. Management skills. Level V Decision making activities, management of resources and complex skills.

7. Hard evidence to prove we have a skilled and competent workforce Confidence that everybody knows what is expected of them Identify training gaps quickly More discussions about the way we work, which can lead to improvements There is proof that SVQs lead to: - increased productivity - increased quality - less waste - less complaints - less accidents - less absenteeism - staff retention BENEFITS TO EMPLOYER

8. SVQ IMPLEMENTATION Internal Verifier/Assessors Integration Time and resources Administration Recognition

9. Any questions?