Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) is recruiting an In-Service Trainee in Manufacturing Planning at its plant in Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal. This workplace training opportunity is designed for Operations Management students who have finished their classroom modules and now need practical experience to complete their qualification. If you are an unemployed South African aged 18 to 35 and your institution requires Work Integrated Learning, this is your chance to train inside one of the country’s biggest manufacturers. Applications close on 31 July 2026.
About the Programme
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa is the largest bottler of Coca-Cola products in Southern Africa and forms part of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa. Its plants produce, package and distribute some of the most recognised beverage brands in the country, and its manufacturing operations support thousands of jobs across the value chain.
The In-Service Trainee: Manufacturing Planning position sits within the Manufacturing department at the Phoenix plant, reporting to a Team Leader. In-service training, also called experiential training or Work Integrated Learning, bridges the gap between classroom theory and the real workplace. Many National Diploma students in South Africa cannot graduate without this practical component, and placements at blue-chip employers like CCBSA are highly sought after because of the quality of exposure and the doors they open afterwards. The reference number for this position is CCB260708-4.
What You Will Learn
- Manufacturing planning processes in a high-volume production environment
- Warehouse, stores and inventory operations
- Logistics and resource allocation
- Working with ERP-based stores systems
- Administrative reporting using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
- Quality-focused business operations and workplace communication
Who Can Apply
- South African citizens only
- Aged between 18 and 35
- Unemployed at the time of appointment
- Grade 12 with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy passed at 40% or higher
- Two South African languages passed at 40% or higher
- Currently studying towards an Operations Management qualification
- Completed the theoretical modules of the qualification and require practical workplace exposure to graduate
- Must have a letter from your tertiary institution requesting workplace experience
- Must not have completed an in-service trainee programme at another company before
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Required Documents
- Detailed and updated CV
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- Certified copy of your most recent academic transcript
- Work Integrated Learning letter from your institution
- Copy of your institution’s curriculum or in-service training requirements
How to Apply
- Go to the official Coca-Cola Beverages Africa careers portal.
- Search for “In Service Trainee Manufacturing Planning” or use reference number CCB260708-4.
- Create a candidate profile or log in to your existing profile.
- Complete the online application form accurately.
- Upload your CV, Matric certificate, academic transcript and Work Integrated Learning documents.
- Review everything and submit before 31 July 2026.
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Closing Date
The closing date for the Coca-Cola In-Service Trainee Manufacturing Planning programme is 31 July 2026. No late applications will be accepted.
Why It Matters
Thousands of South African students finish their theoretical modules every year but cannot graduate because they cannot find a workplace placement. That bottleneck keeps qualified young people out of the job market through no fault of their own. A placement at CCBSA solves the graduation problem and adds a respected corporate name to your CV at the same time.
Manufacturing planning skills also travel well: the same principles of inventory control, cost management and resource allocation are used in retail, logistics, banking operations and the public sector, so the experience you gain in Phoenix can open doors across the economy. The exact stipend for this position is confirmed during the application process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need work experience to apply?
No. This is a training position for students. However, any exposure to a manufacturing, warehouse or logistics environment will count in your favour.
Is this opportunity available in other provinces?
No. This specific position is based at the CCBSA plant in Phoenix, KwaZulu-Natal. CCBSA does advertise similar in-service traineeships at other sites from time to time, so keep checking the careers portal.
How much is the stipend?
The advertisement does not state a stipend amount. It is confirmed during the application process. Be careful of social media posts quoting unofficial figures.
What happens after the programme?
Completing your Work Integrated Learning allows you to graduate. There is no guarantee of permanent employment, but trainees who perform well are well positioned for entry-level roles at CCBSA and other manufacturers.
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