In-Service Trainee: Manufacturing Planning – Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa | Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is inviting applications for an In-Service Trainee: Manufacturing Planning opportunity within its Manufacturing Department in Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal. This internship is ideal for students who have completed their theoretical studies in Operations Management and require workplace experience to complete their qualification.
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Position Details
- Position: In-Service Trainee – Manufacturing Planning
- Company: Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA)
- Department: Manufacturing
- Job Type: Internship
- Location: Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal
- Closing Date: 31 July 2026
- Reference Number: CCB260708-4
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Job Purpose
The successful candidate will gain practical workplace experience in manufacturing planning while supporting daily operations. The programme provides hands-on exposure to manufacturing, warehouse, and logistics processes, helping students complete the practical component of their qualification.
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Key Responsibilities
- Gain practical experience in manufacturing planning.
- Support manufacturing and warehouse operations.
- Assist with planning and inventory-related activities.
- Use Microsoft Office applications for reporting and administration.
- Learn and apply ERP systems where applicable.
- Apply theoretical knowledge to workplace tasks.
- Work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Follow company policies and safety procedures.
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Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy (minimum 40%).
- Passed two South African languages (minimum 40%).
- Currently studying towards an Operations Management qualification.
- Completed all theoretical modules.
- Require In-Service/Experiential Training to complete the qualification.
- Must have a letter from the institution requesting workplace experience.
- Must not have completed an In-Service programme with another employer.
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Other Requirements
- South African citizen.
- Unemployed at the time of appointment.
- Between 18 and 35 years of age.
- Willing to complete workplace experiential training.
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Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- Detailed CV.
- Certified copy of Matric certificate.
- Certified copy of latest academic transcript.
- Workplace Integrated Learning (WIL) letter from the institution.
- Copy of the tertiary institution’s curriculum or In-Service Training requirements.
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- Computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, and Outlook).
- Basic ERP knowledge (advantageous).
- Decision-making skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Passion for quality and teamwork.
- Strong communication skills.
- Problem-solving ability.
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Why Join Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa?
CCBSA offers valuable workplace learning opportunities that help students bridge the gap between theory and practice while gaining experience in one of South Africa’s leading beverage manufacturing companies.
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Closing Date
31 July 2026
Apply before the closing date to be considered for this exciting internship opportunity.
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