Mechanic Head

Busana Apparel Group; Kota Probolinggo; On-site; IDR 300,000,000 - 420,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Busana Apparel Group is seeking an experienced Senior Maintenance Leader to oversee a large team across two shifts, driving maintenance for denim, non-denim, and automation processing equipment, including sewing, cutting and PLC-driven systems.

You will manage the in-house lathe shop and laser cutting section, craft jigs, and ensure smooth handovers, preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and timely repairs while mentoring junior staff and coordinating spare parts inventory.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• 15+ years of experience with denim, non-denim, and automation processing machines.
• Trained in basic and automated sewing machines.
• Experience managing an in-house lathe shop and laser cutting operations, including jig and attachment fabrication.
• Experience leading a large team across multi-shift operations.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and automation troubleshooting skills.
• Basic knowledge of electrical and electronics systems.
• Sound preventive maintenance knowledge and industry best practices.
• Quick learner and adaptable to new machines/tech with minimal ramp-up.
• Good leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible/rotational shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate a large team of mechanics and technicians across 2 shifts.
• Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of denim, non-denim, and automation processing machines (sewing, cutting, finishing, PLC-controlled equipment).
• Manage the in-house lathe shop and laser cutting section, including fabrication of jigs and attachments.
• Ensure adequate shift coverage and smooth handover of maintenance activities.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and automation issues and resolve promptly.
• Adopt industry best practices in maintenance, safety, and equipment handling.
• Stay updated on new machines/technologies and adapt processes accordingly.
• Train and mentor junior mechanics and technicians.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and production alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Automation systems

Shift management

Flexibility

Mentoring

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Lathe shop operations

Laser cutting

Sewing machines

Jig fabrication

PLC-controlled equipment

Job description

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent trade qualification)

Minimum 15 years of experience working with denim, non-denim, and automation processing machines

Trained and skilled in both basic and automated sewing machines

Experience managing an in-house lathe shop and laser cutting operations, including jig and attachment fabrication

Demonstrated experience managing/leading a large team, including multi-shift operations

Strong mechanical, electrical, and automation troubleshooting skills

Basic knowledge of electrical and electronics systems

Sound knowledge of preventive maintenance and industry best practices

Quick learner, able to adapt to new machines and technologies with minimal ramp-up time

Good leadership and communication skills

Willingness to work flexible/rotational shift hours as needed

Key Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and coordinate a large team of mechanics and technicians across 2 shifts

Oversee maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of denim, non-denim, and automation processing machines (e.g., sewing, cutting, finishing, and automated/PLC-controlled equipment)

Manage the in-house lathe shop and laser cutting section, including fabrication of jigs and attachments for production needs

Ensure adequate shift coverage and smooth handover of maintenance activities between shifts

Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime

Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and automation-related issues and ensure timely resolution

Introduce and maintain industry best practices in maintenance, safety, and equipment handling

Stay updated on new machines, technologies, and techniques, and quickly adapt processes accordingly

Train and mentor junior mechanics and technicians

Maintain spare parts inventory and coordinate procurement as needed

Ensure compliance with safety standards and protocols

Liaise with production/operations teams to align maintenance with production schedules

Maintain maintenance records, logs, and reports

Busana Apparel Group is one of the biggest export-oriented apparel companies in Indonesia with more than 4 decades of experience to externalize the mission of the company: to excel in design, development and sourcing to deliver the right products and services competitively with a focus on quick response. Our products bring the integrated solutions to our customers in global markets as a part of our mission, to be the leading integrated solutions provider in the world of lifestyle and fashion.

History

Busana Apparel Group started its footstep with 2.9 hectares factory in Ungaran since 1975 and focused only on men’s shirt production. Through the times, this company continued to grow and became one of the largest export-oriented apparel company in Indonesia.

We acquired 2 production units in West Java in 1983 to expand our outer wear and women’s bottom products. We took our bigger step in 1987, Busana Apparel Group acquired a production unit in East Java to strengthen our line in denim production. Followed by the development of 2 production units in Ungaran, Central Java in 1997 to multiply the production power in men’s shirt and women’s soft dressing. And finally, in 2017 Busana Apparel Group start the expansion overseas by opening our newest factory in Ethiopia.

Right now, Busana Apparel Group has more than 50 million pieces of production capability annually from 9 production locations that produced in 30 factories through the hands of 30.000 experienced worker.

Along the way, we are also continuing our efforts to be an energy efficient company by saving 60% of our energy usage on lighting, 50% energy saving through servo motors, 32% steam system optimization, and more than 25,000 trees planted on our sites. We even have the highest score LEED certified green building to ensure our sustainability program running simultaneously with our business target.

Products and Services

Our services spread across pattern making, cutting, to the highest quality finished products using experienced employees and tons of high technology automation to ensure high precision and quality products. Busana Apparel Group equipped with more than 20,000 automation technology with capacity more than 50 million pieces of production per year. We continue to invest in the latest technology. We have invested up to USD 8.2 million per year to satisfy the customers’ demands.

Busana Apparel Group is one of the biggest export-oriented apparel companies in Indonesia with more than 4 decades of experience to externalize the mission of the company: to excel in design, development and sourcing to deliver the right products and services competitively with a focus on quick response. Our products bring the integrated solutions to our customers in global markets as a part of our mission, to be the leading integrated solutions provider in the world of lifestyle and fashion.

History

Busana Apparel Group started its footstep with 2.9 hectares factory in Ungaran since 1975 and focused only on men’s shirt production. Through the times, this company continued to grow and became one of the largest export-oriented apparel company in Indonesia.

We acquired 2 production units in West Java in 1983 to expand our outer wear and women’s bottom products. We took our bigger step in 1987, Busana Apparel Group acquired a production unit in East Java to strengthen our line in denim production. Followed by the development of 2 production units in Ungaran, Central Java in 1997 to multiply the production power in men’s shirt and women’s soft dressing. And finally, in 2017 Busana Apparel Group start the expansion overseas by opening our newest factory in Ethiopia.

Right now, Busana Apparel Group has more than 50 million pieces of production capability annually from 9 production locations that produced in 30 factories through the hands of 30.000 experienced worker.

Along the way, we are also continuing our efforts to be an energy efficient company by saving 60% of our energy usage on lighting, 50% energy saving through servo motors, 32% steam system optimization, and more than 25,000 trees planted on our sites. We even have the highest score LEED certified green building to ensure our sustainability program running simultaneously with our business target.

Products and Services

Our services spread across pattern making, cutting, to the highest quality finished products using experienced employees and tons of high technology automation to ensure high precision and quality products. Busana Apparel Group equipped with more than 20,000 automation technology with capacity more than 50 million pieces of production per year. We continue to invest in the latest technology. We have invested up to USD 8.2 million per year to satisfy the customers’ demands.