Gov. Stein to tour Charlotte Coca-Cola facility

CHARLOTTE — Gov. Josh Stein will tour the Coca-Cola Consolidated facility in Charlotte to meet with participants in its apprenticeship program Wednesday afternoon.

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The apprenticeship program is a collaboration between Coca-Cola Consolidated and Central Piedmont Community College, designed to prepare students for careers in manufacturing, equipment repair, and logistics, according to a release from the governor’s press office.

Coca-Cola Consolidated in Charlotte is the largest bottler of Coca-Cola products in the nation, and the apprenticeship program aims to address the growing demand for skilled workers in various technical fields.

The program offers hands-on training and education to equip students with the necessary skills to succeed in high-demand positions.

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