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Careers case studies

Our industry works with schools, universities and colleges and with those interested in a career in food and drink manufacturing. As an industry, we have a responsibility to ensure that the next generation are aware of the breadth of opportunities that exist within food and drink manufacturing.

These case studies reflect the importance that food and drink manufacturers place on working with their local communities to showcase themselves as future employers and to encourage young people to think of the industry as a 'career destination of choice'.

Many companies are extending their engagement by working with the SFDF schools programme 'A Future in Food'. In these case studies, companies explain the importance to them of promoting careers within the food industry in schools, universities and colleges.

• Coca Cola Enterprises
• Devro
• Glasgow Scientific Services
• Matthew Algie

Coca Cola Enterprises: Community education in action

Not many Scottish food and drink manufacturers can boast their very own educational facility: but, in East Kilbride, soft drinks maker Coca-Cola Enterprises Ltd (CCE) has a bespoke Education Centre. View Coca-Cola case study.

Devro: A global food manufacturer supporting scottish talent

Headquartered in Lanarkshire, Devro operates a robust corporate social responsibility (CSR) agenda with its focus on communities playing a key role. View Devro case study.

Glasgow Scientific Services: Scotland's food detectives

GSS are strong advocates for links between school and industry. As Gary Walker, Manager at GSS said: “We believe that it is important to support young people and give them us much information as possible so they can then make an informed career choice. View Glasgow Scientific case study

Matthew Algie: A passion for coffee and people

As Technical Director, Ewan Reid, explains: “A Future in Food has come along at just the right time. As employers, we have an obligation not just to do our best for the employees of the future but an obligation to stimulate young people to come into the food industry.” View Matthew Algie case study.

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