Sistem Upah | EDURAYA MENGAJAR | Ekonomi Kelas XI SMA/MA

Summary

This video script delves into the different wage systems used in Indonesian workplaces, including time-based wages, profit-sharing models, and performance-based bonuses. It also explains various types of compensation, such as premium wages for working on holidays, and lump-sum payments for construction workers. The video highlights the importance of government regulations, like the minimum wage laws (UMP and UMK), ensuring fair wages for employees. The script underscores how employers can choose different wage systems suited to their business while adhering to legal standards for minimum pay, aiming to create a productive and fair work environment.

Takeaways

• 😀 Employees often hope for a high wage when applying for a job, and companies use attractive wages to attract talented workers.
• 😀 Wages also serve to retain the best employees and motivate them to perform well in their roles.
• 😀 Wages are influenced by factors like trust, work performance, and company goals.
• 😀 'Upah' (wages) and 'Gaji' (salary) are similar in meaning but differ in payment frequency and structure.
• 😀 Wages can be paid on an hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly basis, depending on the company and the job.
• 😀 The 'Co-partnership' wage system involves paying employees in company shares or bonds, aiming to increase productivity by fostering ownership feelings.
• 😀 The 'Berkala' (periodic) wage system increases wages based on the company’s performance and sales growth.
• 😀 The 'Holiday Premium' wage system offers additional pay for working on holidays or in dangerous jobs, or for specialized skills.
• 😀 Construction workers are often paid under the 'Borongan' system, where they receive a lump sum for completing a specific task, regardless of time.
• 😀 The Indonesian government enforces a minimum wage standard through 'UMR' (regional minimum wage) and 'UMK' (city minimum wage), which employers must follow.
• 😀 Employers cannot reduce wages for employees once they are set above the legal minimum wage level.

Q & A

What is the main goal behind offering large salaries in job recruitment?

The primary goal of offering large salaries is to attract talented workers to the company, retain top employees, and motivate them to perform well in their roles.

What is the difference between 'upah' and 'gaji' in Indonesia?

'Upah' and 'gaji' are often used interchangeably, but there is no significant difference between the two. 'Upah' is a form of compensation or payment for the work done by an employee, which can be paid on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis.

What are the main factors that influence salary determination?

The main factors influencing salary determination include the level of trust in the employee, their performance, and the company's financial status.

Can you explain the different types of wage systems used in Indonesia?

In Indonesia, wage systems can vary, such as hourly wages (paid based on the time worked), profit-sharing (wages paid in the form of company shares or bonds), performance-based wages (linked to sales results), and premium wages (for special circumstances like working on holidays or doing hazardous tasks).

What is the 'co-partnership wage system'?

The 'co-partnership wage system' involves giving employees company shares or bonds as their wage, with the aim of fostering a sense of ownership and increasing productivity within the company.

What is the 'periodic wage system'?

The 'periodic wage system' is based on the company’s sales performance, with wages adjusted according to whether the company’s sales are increasing or decreasing.

What is the 'premium wage system'?

The 'premium wage system' provides additional pay for employees who perform special tasks, such as working during holidays, handling dangerous tasks, or using specialized skills.

What is the 'lump-sum wage system' and where is it used?

The 'lump-sum wage system' is typically used for construction workers, where the wage is agreed upon at the start of the project and no additional pay is provided unless specified.

What is the government's role in wage setting in Indonesia?

The government is responsible for setting minimum wage standards to ensure workers receive a livable wage. This includes determining the Upah Minimum Provinsi (UMP) and Upah Minimum Kota (UMK), which vary by region and are applicable to workers with less than one year of work experience.

Is it possible for an employer to reduce wages below the established minimum wage?

No, employers are not allowed to lower wages below the established UMP or UMK once they have been set, even if the wages exceed these minimums.