El clima organizacional y la satisfacción laboral de los trabajadores en una empresa agrícola de Guayaquil

Abstract

The study analyzes the relationship between organizational climate and job satisfaction among workers of an agricultural company located in the city of Guayaquil, whose productive environment demands high levels of physical effort and operational coordination. The objective of this research is to examine the relationship between organizational climate and employees’ job satisfaction. The study was conducted under a quantitative approach, with a non-experimental, cross-sectional, and descriptive-correlational design. The sample consisted of 124 workers selected through proportional stratified sampling, and data were collected using a structured questionnaire divided into three sections: sociodemographic data, organizational climate (Litwin & Stringer, 1968, adapted by Pedraza, 2018), and job satisfaction (MSQ-20). The results revealed a positive and statistically significant relationship between the two variables. Regarding intrinsic satisfaction, the dimensions of risk, affective environment, and identity showed a significant relationship, while in extrinsic satisfaction, the dimensions of support, standards, rewards, and identity stood out. The findings indicate that employees value trust, recognition, and a sense of belonging, although they perceive weaknesses in incentive mechanisms and internal communication. In conclusion, it is necessary to implement strategies aimed at leadership development, effective feedback, and the establishment of recognition programs to enhance job satisfaction. This study provides relevant empirical evidence for the Ecuadorian agricultural sector and contributes to strengthening human talent management in high-demand productive contexts. Palabras clave: Organizational climate, job satisfaction, human talent management, agricultural sector.