Employee Performance, Knowledge Management, and Work Environment on Job Stress at PT. Mentari Terbit Engineering, Bandung City

Work stress is a condition of tension that affects the physical and mental balance of employees, which in turn can reduce performance and productivity in the workplace. PT Mentari Terbit Engineering (MTE) faces challenges in maintaining optimal employee performance amidst the dynamics of a competitive work environment. For this reason, good human resource management, including the application of knowledge management and the creation of a comfortable work environment, is crucial in reducing work stress levels and improving employee performance. This study aims to analyze the effect of employee performance, knowledge management, and work environment on work stress at PT Mentari Terbit Engineering, Bandung City. Using quantitative methods, data were obtained through questionnaires on 50 employees selected by simple random. The data were then analyzed by Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method using LISREL software. The results showed that work environment and work stress had a significant influence on employee performance, while knowledge management showed no significant influence. This study implies the importance of creating a conducive work environment to increase productivity and reduce stress levels in the work environment.