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The classification structure in Schedule 1 will replace all classification structures previously used within the operations. The classification structure has been developed in accordance with the following principles: It was developed by the Company in consultation with relevant employees from different parts of the business and union representatives; It is competency based; It will encourage employees to acquire new skills; It will recognize each employee's existing skills and qualifications; It will recognise multi-skilling; No employee's current wage will be reduced as a result of the implementation of the classification structure. The system has been developed in line with nationally recognised units of competency and reflects the scope of functions performed on site. Accordingly, structures have been developed for the following functions: AREA FUNCTIONS COVERED RANGE OF LEVELS PACKAGING Includes all staff involved in the packaging process 1 - 6 MANUFACTURING Includes staff involved in Liquids and / or Solids manufacturing processes and dispensary 1 - 6 MAINTENANCE Includes Cleaners, Line Setters, Fitters & plant maintenance staff 1 - 6 WAREHOUSING Includes staff involved in the receipt, despatch and storage of stock and materials 1 - 5 TECHNICAL SERVICES Includes laboratory staff, QA Finished Goods Auditor and incoming materials samplers 1 - 5 CLASSIFICATION LEVELS The classification levels set out in this structure are based on analysis of the knowledge, responsibilities, communication skills, work context, technical skills, education and training required in each position. 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