The Concept of Determining the Scale of Deserving Wages Received by Workers in Accordance with Applicable Regulations

Abstract

The main component of a job is wages. Wages are earned when workers complete their work. The purpose of this study is to find out and analyze the determination of the wage scale that workers deserve in accordance with applicable regulations. The method used in this study is the analytical descriptive method, the type of research that is then applied in this study is normative juridical. Based on the results of the study states that a good and healthy working relationship between superiors and subordinates is very important to achieve the desired goals in the world of work. To achieve a good working relationship, the company must fulfill predetermined clauses, namely work, orders, and wages. However, for workers, the most important clause is wages, because wages are the main component used to meet the daily needs of personal and family life. Therefore, it is important for employers to follow the establishment of a wage structure and scale in accordance with applicable regulations and provide fair wages in accordance with job title, length of service, and other achievements in the company. By providing fair wages, companies can improve worker motivation and performance, as well as strengthen the relationship between companies and workers. This research implies that wages can increase worker motivation and performance, increase job satisfaction, strengthen company reputation and avoid conflicts with workers. Thus, providing fair wages to workers as one of the keys to success in running a business and building healthy and harmonious working relationships.