Document Type
Thesis
Date of Award
5-31-1984
Degree Name
Master of Science in Management Engineering - (M.S.)
Department
Industrial and Management Engineering
First Advisor
Kevin J. McDermott
Abstract
This thesis mainly deals with the motivation of the production managers, engineers, technicians and production workers. The purpose is to emphasize the need for providing due motivations to an important work group of the industry who are largely ignored. An attempt has been made to amply demonstrate the various techniques for worker motivation. As the study of standard motivational theories alone cannot solve the complex motivational problems, all possible efforts have been made to relate, integrate and blend the theories with actual applications in the organizations. All the relevant and important issues connected with worker motivation have been highlighted. Points of special significance such as worker needs and aspirations, performance based reward system, appropriate supervisory styles,-etc., have been dealt with in detail.
The report also examines the reflections on the worker motivation as affected by organization structure, work design, union-management relationship, management development, communication and a host of other factors. As a foundation for this research work the writer reviewed throughly the worthwhile publications, surveyed industrial units and compiled statistics on the basis of a well designed questionnaire. The findings suggest that the production workers are not highly motivated. Clues are gathered concerning the areas which require improvement. On the basis of replies received from the subjects and investigations into company goals, individual objectives, management's role, organization climate, etc., the following aspects particularly need attention if motivation level has to be enhanced to an acceptable level:
- Scope for Orientation and Training
- Organization Structure
- Role of Union
- Scope for Advancements
- Appreciations and Rewards
- Management and Supervision
- Opportunity to Gain Knowledge and Skill
The thesis concludes that a successful motivational plan is bound to increase productivity, reduce cost of production, encourage creativity and innovation and create a sense of participation and satisfaction among the workers.
Recommended Citation
Ahmad, Farid Uddin, "A study of worker motivation" (1984). Theses. 3349.
https://digitalcommons.njit.edu/theses/3349
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Business Administration, Management, and Operations Commons, Operations Research, Systems Engineering and Industrial Engineering Commons
