Machinery Lubrication magazine published by Noria Corporation
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24 September - October 2015 | www.machinerylubrication.com $ SALARY SURVEY 2015 EXPECTATIONS FOR 2016 Almost two-thirds of survey participants expect their salary to increase in the coming year, and 80 percent believe their job is secure. However, most do not expect their companies to add lubrication-related jobs in 2016, although they also do not anticipate any lubrication jobs being lost. When asked what changes they would like to see at their plant in the coming year, many respondents cited newer equipment, better maintenance practices and more technical training for plant personnel. "We have management buy-in, but if the mechanics don't believe in the process, the tasks will not be completed correctly," wrote one respondent. Manpower reductions, cutbacks and a lack of leadership were the greatest concerns among survey participants. "As we lose people, we lose product knowl- edge, which may ultimately end up in the hands of our competitors," noted another respondent. Job satisfaction levels were lower in 2015, with more than one-third of lubrication professionals saying they are not fairly compensated. Lack of management support, lack of recognition, and hours and workload were the things respondents disliked most about their jobs, while challenge and stimu- lation, work environment/culture, and salary and benefits were the factors most contrib- uting to job satisfaction. How do you expect your salary to change in the next year? 64% Do you believe you are compensated fairly? Stay the same 35% Decrease No 35% 1% Increase Yes 65% How satisfied are you with your job? What factor most contributes to satisfaction with your job? What changes would you like to see at your plant in the coming year? What is your greatest concern heading into 2016? What do you dislike about your job? Challenge and stimulation Work environment/culture Salary and benefits Career/professional development Colleague Lack of management support Lack of recognition Hours and workload Salary and benefits Work environment Commute and traveling "Better change management infra- structure and adherence as well as better planning." "Fewer breakdowns." "More lube techs." "Hire qualified personnel." "Lack of technical knowledge of personnel." "The price of oil." "Increased workload and not enough staff." 24 % 46 % 25 % 5 % Very satisfied Satisfied Somewhat satisfied Dissatisfied 43% 38% 20% 29% 19% 26% 7% 22% 6% 17% 15% Do you consider your job secure? Yes 80% No 20%