Summer Student Placement - Operations Support (12 Weeks)

Our vision is loved brands, done sustainably, for a better shared future. At the Coca-Cola Company, we strive to provide innovative excellence in everything we do.

We are now inviting applications from motivated students seeking a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a globally recognised organisation. As a Summer Student, you will support our Operations and Warehouse teams, contributing to a range of day-to-day activities and gaining practical insight into a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This 12-week placement is based on-site at Coca-Cola Ballina, Co. Mayo and involves shift work, so flexibility is essential. Candidates must be available to commence this placement on June 8 and commit to the full 12-weeks.

What you will do for us

• Safety – compliance to health and safety procedures always.
• Quality – compliance to quality standards in line with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Operations Support - work with and support the Operations & Warehouse Team with a variety of tasks and day to day activities including weighing & measuring materials, data entry, materials movement, in process checks, labelling, filling, cycle counting, shipping sampling maintaining a high level of GMP.
• Operational Excellence - support the Operational Excellence Programme and continuous improvement culture at Coca-Cola Ballina.
• Documentation – accurate completion of all necessary documentation. Ensure compliance to all documented procedures and GMP requirements as outlined in the company procedures.

Education I Experience I Requirements

• Students currently studying in college or university with a minimum of 1 year completed.
• Previous experience in, or a strong interest in manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Good level of computer/system literacy preferred.
• Full Driver’s licence preferred.
• Available to do shift work.
• Available to commence in June 2026 and commit to the full 12-week placement.

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Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.