Employee Motivation and Job Performance: A Study at Chemfab Alkalis Ltd., Puducherry

Abstract

     Employee motivation is a critical determinant of organizational effectiveness, employee retention, and workplace productivity. This study examines the level and determinants of employee motivation at Chemfab Alkalis Ltd., Puducherry. The research adopts a descriptive design and uses primary data collected through a structured questionnaire from 129 employees selected through simple random sampling. Statistical tools such as percentage analysis, weighted average method, correlation, chi-square analysis, and SPSS were used for interpretation. The findings indicate that employee motivation in the organization is generally positive, especially in relation to salary timeliness, workplace welfare, and infrastructure. A majority of employees expressed satisfaction with compensation benefits, and a strong positive relationship was identified between employee motivation and satisfaction with the performance appraisal system. The study also highlights areas requiring improvement, including retirement benefits, insurance, rewards, appraisal transparency, and certain welfare facilities. The paper concludes that sustained attention to both financial and non-financial motivational factors is essential for strengthening employee engagement and organizational performance.

Key words: Employee motivation; compensation; performance appraisal; workplace welfare; organizational behaviour; chemical industry