Analysis of Employee Work Discipline at the Head Office of PT Semen Tonasa, Pangkep Regency: A Study Based on Organizational Behavior and Motivation Theory

Abstract

Employee work discipline can be measured by several indicators. Employee work discipline at the Head Office of PT Semen Tonasa has not been implemented well. This study aims to determine: (1) What is the level of employee work discipline at the Head Office of PT Semen Tonasa, Pangkep Regency. (2) What obstacles are faced in implementing employee work discipline at the Head Office of PT Semen Tonasa, Pangkep Regency. The research method used was descriptive. The sampling technique used was saturated sampling, where the entire population was sampled, with 32 samples. Data were measured using a Likert scale, and data collection methods included observation, questionnaires, and interviews. Data analysis used was quantitative analysis supported by qualitative analysis, and data processing used a frequency distribution table. Based on the research results, it shows that employee work discipline at the Head Office of PT Semen Tonasa, Pangkep Regency can be categorized as "Not Good". Unlike previous studies that often focus on general aspects of employee discipline, this research highlights the specific challenges of discipline implementation in a large state-owned enterprise context, offering an in-depth case study in Indonesia’s cement industry. The novelty of this study lies in its integration of quantitative and qualitative approaches to identify not only the level of discipline but also the structural and managerial obstacles that hinder its effectiveness. This provides a more comprehensive understanding of work discipline dynamics in highly regulated organizations. Based on the conclusions of this study, the author recommends that employees in the Human Capital Operations division of the Head Office of PT Semen Tonasa, Pangkep Regency, comply with and pay attention to all regulations set by the company to maintain discipline in their work. Furthermore, the Head of Human Capital Operations at the Head Office of PT Semen Tonasa, Pangkep Regency, should increase supervision and attention so that employees are more motivated and responsible for their work.