Education Meets Industry: Industrial Engineering Students Visit Two Major Manufacturing Sites

On Friday (June 20), students from the Industrial Engineering Study Program at Industrial Technology Faculty, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) went on an industrial visit to PT Industri Jamu dan Farmasi Sido Muncul Tbk and PT Ungaran Sari Garment. The visit was part of the Quality Control and Assurance course and aimed to give students hands-on exposure to how quality systems are implemented in real industrial settings. It served as a way for students to directly observe how quality control theories are applied in actual production and assurance processes. 

PT Sido Muncul: From Storage to Packaging 

At PT Industri Jamu dan Farmasi Sido Muncul Tbk, students observed how storage systems and packaging inspections are carried out to maintain quality standards from the beginning—starting with raw material processing to final packing, including primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging.

They also visited the laboratory and Research and Development (R&D) division, where they learned about the testing process for materials before production. At this stage, students were introduced to various quality control methods, including initial inspection, microbiological testing, packaging control, and the use of automated sensors to detect discrepancies.

The visit wrapped up with a discussion session with the Quality Assurance (QA) team. The QA team shared how the company applies comprehensive quality control at every production stage. They also explained the measures taken to maintain consistent quality and the strategies used to handle potential deviations. 

PT Ungaran Sari Garment: Automation, Lean Systems, and Textile Quality Control 

PT Ungaran Sari Garment is one of Indonesia’s largest garment manufacturers for export, producing for well-known global brands such as Uniqlo, Tommy Hilfiger, and Calvin Klein. During this industrial visit, UII’s Industrial Engineering students had the opportunity to observe how quality control is applied in a labor-intensive textile industry environment that adopts lean manufacturing systems. Students toured the production areas, starting from fabric cutting to the final finishing stages. They were introduced to on-site work systems that promote efficiency through well-organized production lines and quality checks at different stages. They also observed how non-conforming products are handled by the Quality Control team using systematic procedures. 

The visit gave students insights into the dynamics of the garment industry, including work arrangements, task distribution between departments, and the use of information technology to support operations. With an interactive atmosphere, students not only observed but also engaged in discussions with company representatives about the challenges and strategies in maintaining quality in the export textile sector. 

Through this visit, UII Industrial Engineering students not only strengthened their theoretical understanding of quality control but also gained practical knowledge that aligns with the current needs of both the pharmaceutical and textile industries.

Syawarani Gayatri