A STUDY ON EMPLOYEE MORALE AT NATRAJ OIL MILL (P) LTD, MADURAI

Name of the Interviewer a. Name of the respondent b. Department c. Grade d. Age Below 20 e. Sex Male f. Educational qualification Below +2 Post Graduates 1. : : :

20-30

30-40

40-50

above 50

Female

+2 or Diploma

Graduates

How long have you been working in this company? (a) Less than 1 yr (d) 5-10 yrs (b) 1-3 yrs (e) above 10yrs (c) 3-5 yrs

2. How is your working environment facility (resting facility, sanitary condition, ventilation & lighting, water facilities? (a) Very good (d) Poor (b) Good (e) Very poor (c) Satisfactory

3. How do you feel about the work load? (a) Highly satisfied (d) Dissatisfied (b) Satisfied (c) Neutral

(e) Highly dissatisfied

Employees answer the questions using a grading scale of 1 to 5 1 = never 2 = rarely 3 = sometimes but not very often 4 = often but not always 5 = always Rate 15

QUESTIONS

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I am happy to come to work every morning. I can do my work without fear. I feel secure in my employment. I feel supported, valued, and appreciated. I have access to managers/supervisors when I need a decision made. I know what is expected of me in this job. I am given adequate training, authority, and resources to enable me to do my job.

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I receive feedback on how I perform my job that is helpful and not just critical. I am provided with a safe working environmentphysically and mentallyand is free of harassment.

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My work gives me a feeling of accomplishment and pride. I am given sufficient responsibility in my job. The duties of my position are clearly defined. We are all treated equally and with respectthere is no discrimination. I am able to maintain a reasonable balance between my family life and work life. We have fair and equal opportunity to air grievances in a safe environment without fear of persecution.

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I am happy with the pay levels here and believe I am paid well for my contribution. I am happy with the employee review system. I am involved in decision affecting my position/ work

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We all participate in problem-solving. My manager supports me in my professional development. My manager ensures we are recognized and appreciated for our efforts. I feel there is fair opportunity for advancement in the company. Workload is fairly allocated among employees. I enjoy my job and believe I have a secure future here. New employees are given a thorough orientation.

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I am satisfied with the professionalism shown by my fellow peers and management. There is great team spirit. Employee turnover is reasonablenot high. Senior management is open and honest. The company has a great internal communication system. The company is managed well, and we trust the leadership. The company provides great employee benefits. We enjoy good morale in this company. The company consistently fosters good employee relations and morale. I am committed to this companys success and take pride in their success. I am optimistic about the future of the company. Overall, I am very happy with my job and place in the company.

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