The value of aptitude tests for supervisory workers in the aircraft engine and propeller industries

Abstract

Maintaining that problems concerning selection and training of supervisors have received inadequate consideration, the author studied one phase of this situation in comparing job success of supervisors with their scores on certain tests. Rating was done by supervisors' superiors. The tests were: Otis Q.S. Test of Mental Ability Beta, A; Minnesota Paper Form Board, AA; Bennett Test of Mechanical Comprehension, AA. Results indicate that improvements of from 15-20% in hiring excellent supervisors for these plants may be expected if selection is based upon scores from these tests. The Bennett test proved the most effective indicator. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)