Integration of Ergonomics in Work System Design to Enhance Employee Performance and Well-being in the Manufacturing Sector
Keywords:
Ergonomics, Work System Design, Employee Performance
Abstract
This paper explores the integration of ergonomics into work system design to enhance employee performance and well-being in the manufacturing sector. The primary objective of this research is to identify and analyze how the application of ergonomic principles can optimize the work environment, which in turn positively impacts employee productivity and reduces work-related injuries. The research employs a qualitative approach, using in-depth interviews and observations with employees and managers from several manufacturing companies. The findings indicate that the implementation of ergonomics not only improves physical comfort but also has a positive psychological effect, such as increased job satisfaction and motivation. Additionally, ergonomic work designs have been found to reduce fatigue and injuries, thereby improving operational efficiency and lowering costs related to absenteeism and health insurance claims. This study recommends that manufacturing companies become more proactive in integrating ergonomics into their work systems to support the long-term well-being of employees. The results are expected to serve as a reference for company policies and further research on the implementation of ergonomics in industrial work environments.References
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Creswell, J. W. (2014). Research design: Qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods approaches (4th ed.). Sage.
Dul, J., & Neumann, W. P. (2009). Ergonomics contributions to company strategy. Applied Ergonomics, 40(3), 434-440.
Finkelman, R. (2011). Ergonomics and the health and safety of employees in the workplace. Occupational Health Review, 56(4), 22-29.
Genaidy, A., Karwowski, W., & Waters, T. (2007). Ergonomics and the design of work: A framework for industrial applications. Ergonomics in Manufacturing, 10(1), 17-23.
Harris, R., Bowen, S., & Wager, A. (2011). The role of ergonomics in the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders. International Journal of Occupational Safety and Health, 5(1), 45-52.
Hedge, A. (2003). Ergonomics and employee performance: A review of the literature. Human Factors Journal, 55(2), 38-45.
Hignett, S. (2003). The role of ergonomics in improving employee performance and reducing injury risk in the manufacturing sector. Safety Science, 43(1), 16-29.
Karasek, R. A., & Theorell, T. (1990). Healthy work: Stress, productivity, and the reconstruction of working life. Basic Books.
Karhu, O., Kansi, P., & Kuorinka, I. (1995). Correcting working postures in industry: A practical method for analysis. Applied Ergonomics, 26(4), 3-15.
Kelloway, E. K., Spector, P. E., & Wilk, S. L. (2012). Workplace stress and employee performance: A theoretical perspective. Journal of Organizational Behavior, 33(2), 215-231.
Koh, D., & Chia, S. E. (2004). Psychosocial risk factors and ergonomics in the workplace: Impacts on employee performance. Occupational Medicine, 54(2), 132-135.
Kroemer, K. H. E. (2001). Ergonomics and organizational performance: A framework for workplace safety and productivity. Applied Ergonomics, 32(1), 89-95.
Kroemer, K. H. E., & Grandjean, E. (1997). Fitting the task to the human: A textbook of occupational ergonomics (5th ed.). CRC Press.
Looze, M. P., Staal, J. B., & van Dieën, J. H. (2011). The economic impact of workplace ergonomics: A case study on investment in ergonomic practices. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 41(3), 253-260.
Marshall, C., & Rossman, G. B. (2016). Designing qualitative research (6th ed.). Sage.
McAtamney, L., & Corlett, E. N. (1993). RULA: A survey method for the investigation of work-related upper limb disorders. Applied Ergonomics, 24(2), 91-99.
Nabeel, M., Kamran, M., & Majeed, Z. (2018). Impact of ergonomic interventions on worker health and productivity in manufacturing environments. International Journal of Occupational Safety, 55(2), 88-94.
Punnett, L., & Wegman, D. H. (2004). Workplace injuries and their prevention: A comprehensive approach. Industrial Health, 42(2), 189-204.
Robertson, M. M., Ciriello, V. M., & Geller, E. S. (2009). Effectiveness of ergonomics interventions in reducing musculoskeletal injuries in manufacturing environments. Journal of Safety Research, 40(3), 185-193.
Törner, M., Pousette, A., & Wallin, S. (2003). Barriers to implementing ergonomic interventions: An analysis of industrial organizations in Sweden. International Journal of Occupational Health, 45(1), 68-74.
Visser, A. A., Burdorf, A., & Sluiter, J. K. (2015). The impact of ergonomic design on cognitive and physical fatigue in the workplace. Ergonomics, 58(5), 662-673.
Wilson, J. R. (2000). The role of ergonomics in enhancing employee well-being and organizational performance. Applied Ergonomics, 31(2), 103-116.
Wickens, C. D., Lee, J. D., Liu, Y., & Becker, S. (2004). An introduction to human factors engineering (2nd ed.). Pearson.
Published
2025-06-30
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Taufik, D. A. (2025). Integration of Ergonomics in Work System Design to Enhance Employee Performance and Well-being in the Manufacturing Sector. Kontigensi : Jurnal Ilmiah Manajemen, 13(1), 466-473. https://doi.org/10.56457/jimk.v13i1.791
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