Diseño de un plan para reducir la rotación laboral del personal operativo de una empresa acuícola de la provincia de Guayas

Abstract

CONDITIONING OF PROJECT PUBLICATION. Employee turnover is a phenomenon that significantly affects productivity, operational stability, and organizational climate, particularly in productive sectors such as shrimp farming. The case study aquaculture company, located in Guayas Province, reports a turnover rate of 35% among operational staff, resulting in elevated costs, loss of expertise, and reduced product quality. The general objective of this research is to design a plan to reduce turnover among operational personnel by optimizing human resource management processes and strengthening the organizational climate. A mixed-method approach was applied, combining structured surveys administered to a sample of 254 operational employees selected through simple random sampling, with semi-structured interviews conducted with six experts in management and human resource areas. The findings indicate that the main drivers of turnover are non-competitive compensation, absence of career development plans, unfavorable work climate, and autocratic leadership styles. Current benefits lack a strategic focus on retention, while training programs are not aligned with long-term professional development. Leadership practices and working conditions emerged as critical factors in employee retention. Recommendations emphasize the implementation of incentive schemes, promotion of participatory leadership, and the establishment of structured training and career development pathways. In conclusion, reducing employee turnover requires a comprehensive plan that addresses compensation strategies, professional growth policies, organizational climate, and leadership development programs. Keywords: Employee turnover, human resource management, organizational climate, job satisfaction, staff retention.