Effect of training on the productivity and tenure of sewing machine operators

Abstract

A significant determinant of the high rate of personnel turnover among a population of female sewing machine operators was inadequate initial training. 208 new trainees received either 1, 2, or 3 days' vestibule training. The longer the training, the lower the turnover rate, but the lower the productivity as well. Both effects were statistically significant, but the effects on productivity were deemed of less practical significance. A 4th training group received 3 days integrated vestibule and on-the-job training and achieved the best balance of productivity and employee retention. The more difficult the operation on which S was placed the more likely she was to terminate her employ. Another significant determinant of resignations was Ss' encountering a job which was contradictory to their expectations. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)