Abstract:
Employee well-being and life satisfaction are widely recognized as critical determinants of
organizational performance, yet empirical research focusing on Nigeria’s manufacturing sector,
particularly edible oil production—remains limited. This study assessed the quality of life and life
satisfaction of workers at Premium Edible Oils (Rom Oil Mills) in Oyo State, Nigeria, to understand the
relationship between workplace conditions and employee productivity. A mixed-methods research
design was adopted, involving structured questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The study
sampled 108 employees, selected through stratified random sampling to ensure representative
coverage across employment categories. Findings revealed that excessive workload, limited career
growth opportunities, and casual employment status were significant contributors to work-life
imbalance and diminished life satisfaction. Regression analyses further demonstrated a significant
relationship between workplace conditions, job satisfaction, and overall well-being. Drawing on
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory, and the Job Demands-Resources Model,
the study offers both theoretical and policy-relevant insights. It recommends that manufacturing firms
adopt proactive employee-centered strategies, including enhanced compensation, structured
promotion systems, and work-life balance policies to foster sustainable productivity and worker
satisfaction.
