A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF WORK INCENTIVES, TRAINING PROGRAMS, AND STRESS LEVELS ON PRODUCTIVITY IN THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR

The manufacturing sector is pivotal to economic progress and industrial innovation, particularly in Malaysia. This study investigates the impact of work incentives, training programs, and stress levels on employee productivity at Alps Electric (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd. Utilizing a quantitative research methodology and analysing data from 205 employees, the findings reveal that financial and non-financial incentives and comprehensive training programs significantly enhance productivity. However, despite a moderate positive correlation with productivity, high levels of occupational stress pose long-term risks to employee well-being and operational efficiency. The study underscores the necessity of integrating effective stress management strategies with incentive and training programs to sustain productivity gains. The insights provided aim to guide the development of targeted interventions and policies to foster a motivated, resilient workforce in the manufacturing sector.