The document discusses ergonomics, ergonomists, and the selection process for an ergonomist position. It defines ergonomics as the science of work and how it studies human-machine interactions. An ergonomist is described as a human engineer who uses an empirical approach to maximize productivity while minimizing fatigue and discomfort. The document provides examples of selection procedures from different companies and suggests improvements that could make the processes more comprehensive.

1. ERGONOMIST

2. ERGONOMICS & ERGONOMIST
 Ergonomics is the science of work.
 Ergonomics derives from two Greek words:
 “Ergon” meaning work & “Nomoi” meaning natural laws
 Ergonomics is the study of designing equipment and devices
that fit the human body, its movements, and its cognitive
abilities.
 Ergonomist: Human Engineer
 Empirical approach to the study of human-machine
interactions
 Intended to maximize productivity by minimizing operator
fatigue and discomfort

3. ERGONOMICS BENEFITS
 Reduction of Work Related Injuries
 Increase Productivity
 Increase Work Quality
 Reduced Absenteeism
 Increased Morale

5. Company Profile:
 Godrej Interio is India’s largest furniture brand.
 Diverse Product Range:-
 Home & Office furniture
 Laboratories
 Hospitals & Healthcare
 Training institute
 Shipyards & Navy
 Auditoriums & Stadiums
 50 exclusive showrooms in 18 cities and through 800 dealer
outlets.
 Godrej Interio is a business unit of Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co.
Ltd. - part of the Godrej Group

6.  Job Title: Sr. Ergonomist
 Job Description
A) Responsibilities:
 Managing the ergonomic programs / workshops across India
 Supporting multiple customers on a daily basis as per
requirement
B) Duties:
 Participating in day to day operations of ergonomic team.
 Vendor Development
 Recommend and develop appropriate strategies to address
company/ client ergonomic risks
 Evaluation of risk factors to reduce risks in both office and
industrial settings
 manage ergonomic scheduling, evaluation, report generation,
data extraction and equipment ordering.

7.  Job Specification
 Qualifications : Undergraduate/ Postgraduate in Ergonomics
 Experience : 2 - 4 years
 Key skills / competency :
 Development of Ergonomics Training program & workshop
 Extensive knowledge and application of the principals of
ergonomics.
 Troubleshooting proficiency
 Ability to plan, organize, delegate, and follow-up on work flow
 Self-driven

8.  Selection Procedure
 Step 1: Personal discussion & HR round (Telephone/ Face to face)
 Step 2: Core Field (Telephone/Face to Face)
 Step 3: Field Round with functional head (Telephone/video
conference)
 Step 4: Personality Test: Leadership Skill Testing
 Step 5: Reference check

9. Company Profile:
 Founded by Jeff Bezos in 1995
 Head Quarter – Seattle, Washington
 India Branches
 Chennai
 Hydrebad
 Bangalore
 Mumbai
 Fortune 500 company
 Leader in e-commerce
 Virtual Online-Trading
 Most customer-centric company

10.  Job Title: Sr. Ergonomist
 Job Description
 analyzing the interaction between people and
machinery/equipment
 assessing the design of products/systems via practical
experiments
 identifying problems by observing and interviewing
individuals in particular environments
 assessing the effect of work environments on employees
 assessing health and safety standards
 offering information, advice and recommendations to clients
 Liaising with other professionals such as health specialists
and designers.

11.  Job Specification
 Qualifications : Postgraduate degree in ergonomics/psychology/
physiology/physics/ operational research or mathematics
 Experience : 5 - 7 years
 Key skills / competency :
 Good numerical & analytical problem-solving skills
 Interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
 Ability to grasp technical concepts
 Systematic approach to work.

12.  Selection Procedure
1) Online Survey / Examination
2) Video- Conference / Telephone Interview

13. Company Profile:
1) World largest Tractor Manufacturer

14.  Job Title: Sr. Engineer - Ergonomics
 Job Description :
 investigating the physical capabilities and limitations of the human
body
 undertaking workplace risk assessments
 producing user manuals to ensure the best use of new systems or
products
 using detailed knowledge of the human body to improve the
design of products, such as cars and leisure facilities
 assess health and safety standards or to investigate workplace
accidents
 presenting to clients, conferences and professional societies

15.  Job Specification
 Qualifications : Postgraduate/ Undergraduate in Ergonomics
 Experience : 6 - 8 years
 Key skills / competency :
 Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, psychology,
mathematics and statistics, design methods, work organization
and industrial sociology.
 Good communication skills and an analytical approach
 Keen interest in people and the ability to work as part of a team
 Creative ability and an imaginative nature.

16.  Selection Procedure
1) Written Test
 Aptitude Test
 Logical Reasoning
 Psychometric Test
2) Personal Interview
 Soft-skills
 Technical Know-how
 Final Negotiation – HR

17. LIMITATIONS IN THE SELECTION PRACTICES
 Godrej Interio
 No numerical aptitude test conducted.
 Presentation skills are not tested.
 Amazon.com
 Leadership quality analysis missing
 Presentation skills are not tested.
 Written Logical Reasoning + Psychometric test not conducted.
 Mahindra Tractors
 Personality test is not covered.
 Presentation skills are not tested.

18. COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF DIFFERENT
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Sr. No Procedures Godrej Interio Amazon.com Mahindra Tractors
1 Aptitude Test Not conducted Through On-line survey Through Witten test
2 Logical Reasoning Through Personal Through Personal Through Witten test
Interview Interview
3 Technical Test Conducted Through Personal Through Witten test
Interview
4 Personality test Conducted Conducted Not conducted
5 Soft skills Not Conducted Through Personal Through Personal
Interview Interview,
6 Personal Interview Face to face VC / Con-call Face to Face

19. SUGGESTIONS
 Technocrat type interview must be practiced
 Leadership skills must be tested through group discussion and
Personal interview.
 Proper psychometric test / testing tools should be utilized to
evaluate to how he could handle the internal and external
pressure.
 Selection Instruments should be as follows:
I. Communication skill: Interview, GD, Presentations
II. Analytical Skill: Aptitude test, data interpretation test, numerical
ability test,
III. Written skills: Written test
IV. Leadership Skills: GD, in basket interview
V. Core skill testing (experience): Interview, presentation, case study
VI. Business & environment knowledge: Interview, GD

20. Thank You