EMPLOYEE TRAINING AND ORGANISATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY IN BUA CEMENT FACOTORY, OKPELLA, EDO STATE

Abstract This study investigated the Impact of Training And Employee Performance in Bua Cement Plc Okpella, Edo State Nigeria. A survey research design was employed, and data was collected from 100 employees using primary data. The findings revealed a significant positive correlation between training and development and employee performance. The results showed that training and development programs significantly improve employees' technical skills, knowledge, and attitudes, leading to increased productivity, efficiency, and job satisfaction. The study identified key performance indicators (KPIs) for measuring employee performance, including quality of work, timeliness, teamwork, and innovation. The study concluded that training and development is a vital tool for measuring and improving employee performance in the manufacturing industry within Edo State. Recommendations include implementing regular training needs assessment, providing tailored training programs, and evaluating training effectiveness using KPIs. This study contributes to the existing literature on training and development, providing insights for manufacturing organizations to enhance employee performance and competitiveness.