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What is the purpose of identifying wear and tear on rubber parts in valve maintenance?
What is the purpose of identifying wear and tear on rubber parts in valve maintenance?
Which of the following is NOT a type of maintenance mentioned for the conveyor system?
Which of the following is NOT a type of maintenance mentioned for the conveyor system?
What is primarily focused on during the maintenance of the date coder?
What is primarily focused on during the maintenance of the date coder?
What is a specific task involved in valve maintenance regarding springs?
What is a specific task involved in valve maintenance regarding springs?
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Which of the following is true about the setting of the star guide and centering cup?
Which of the following is true about the setting of the star guide and centering cup?
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What was the total number of permanent workers at Duke & Sons in 1994?
What was the total number of permanent workers at Duke & Sons in 1994?
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Which year had the highest total workforce recorded at Duke & Sons?
Which year had the highest total workforce recorded at Duke & Sons?
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How many temporary workers opted for the 2nd VRS in 1996?
How many temporary workers opted for the 2nd VRS in 1996?
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What was a feature of the 3rd VRS for permanent employees?
What was a feature of the 3rd VRS for permanent employees?
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Which year recorded the lowest total workforce?
Which year recorded the lowest total workforce?
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How many permanent employees opted for the 1st VRS in 1995?
How many permanent employees opted for the 1st VRS in 1995?
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What was the total number of employees opting for VRS across all three offerings?
What was the total number of employees opting for VRS across all three offerings?
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit mentioned in the 3rd VRS?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit mentioned in the 3rd VRS?
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What is the primary effect of the shift change from one to three shifts in operations?
What is the primary effect of the shift change from one to three shifts in operations?
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Which of the following measures contributed to increased participation among workers?
Which of the following measures contributed to increased participation among workers?
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What was a significant reason for the drastic reduction in workforce from 792 to 279?
What was a significant reason for the drastic reduction in workforce from 792 to 279?
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Which statement best describes the workforce characteristics post-acquisition?
Which statement best describes the workforce characteristics post-acquisition?
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What type of production line was introduced alongside the PET line?
What type of production line was introduced alongside the PET line?
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Which committee was specifically created to improve safety in the workplace?
Which committee was specifically created to improve safety in the workplace?
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What factor led to increased ownership among workers?
What factor led to increased ownership among workers?
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What was the effect of implementing disciplinary actions in the plant?
What was the effect of implementing disciplinary actions in the plant?
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What is the gratuity amount for an employee who has worked for 10 years?
What is the gratuity amount for an employee who has worked for 10 years?
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Which of the following is a responsibility mentioned in the Job Description for the Post of Filler?
Which of the following is a responsibility mentioned in the Job Description for the Post of Filler?
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What was the value of the Mixer Grinder gift provided to employees?
What was the value of the Mixer Grinder gift provided to employees?
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Which practice was NOT reduced according to the achievements of work agreements?
Which practice was NOT reduced according to the achievements of work agreements?
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What is the minimum period of employment required to receive Rs. 1,75,000 in gratuity?
What is the minimum period of employment required to receive Rs. 1,75,000 in gratuity?
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What is one of the agreements for line operation improved in 2006?
What is one of the agreements for line operation improved in 2006?
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How many days of wages are designated for temporary employees?
How many days of wages are designated for temporary employees?
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What operation must the filler operator be knowledgeable about regarding the equipment?
What operation must the filler operator be knowledgeable about regarding the equipment?
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What is included in the cleaning process of the filler?
What is included in the cleaning process of the filler?
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Which component is involved in the crowner operation?
Which component is involved in the crowner operation?
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What is the purpose of the float level control in the filler process?
What is the purpose of the float level control in the filler process?
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What does the adjustment of filler height primarily affect?
What does the adjustment of filler height primarily affect?
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Which parameter is essential for the utilities requirement of a machine?
Which parameter is essential for the utilities requirement of a machine?
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Which operation is NOT part of the bottle filling cycle?
Which operation is NOT part of the bottle filling cycle?
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What does the setting of counter pressure in the filling process assist with?
What does the setting of counter pressure in the filling process assist with?
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What does the flushing of the filler primarily eliminate?
What does the flushing of the filler primarily eliminate?
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Study Notes
Workforce Strength at Duke & Sons Plant (1994-2006)
- Significant decrease in total workforce from 792 in 1994 to 285 in 2006.
- Consistent decline in both permanent and temporary workers throughout the period.
- Number of staff remained relatively stable until 2004, then decreased significantly.
Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS)
- Three VRS schemes were offered (1995, 1996, 1998).
- A total of 414 employees opted for VRS across all three schemes.
- Permanent workers constituted a larger proportion of VRS participants than temporary workers.
VRS Features
- 1st VRS (March 1995): 60 days wages + gratuity (per completed year) for permanent employees; 60 days wages (per completed year) for temporary employees.
- 2nd VRS (January 1996): 60 days wages + gratuity (per completed year) + Rs. 25,000 early bird bonus for permanent employees; 60 days wages (per completed year) + Rs. 10,000 lump sum for temporary employees.
- 3rd VRS (May 1998): 75 days wages + gratuity + ex gratia + early bird bonus (cash or gift items) + mediclaim policy for permanent employees; varying compensation packages (Rs. 1,25,000 - Rs. 2,00,000) based on years of service, plus gift items for temporary employees.
Work Agreements Achievements (2001 & 2006)
- 2001: Variable DA ceiling, bonus ceiling, 10400 NPCI man-days saved, reduced line manning, increased flexibility, reduction of 20 restrictive practices.
- 2006: Critical workstations manned by permanent employees; continuous line operation for eight hours with staggered lunch breaks; complete flexibility across lines, skills, and functions; maintenance workers assisting as needed; staggered weekly offs; operators handling equipment changeovers.
Sample Job Description: Filler Position
- Operating Skills: Comprehensive list of skills required for operating the filler machine, including safety procedures, machine controls, cleaning, and maintenance tasks.
- Maintenance Skills: Detailed knowledge of machine technical data, motor specifications, utilities requirements, lubrication procedures, valve maintenance, and conveyor system maintenance.
- Soft Skills: First bottle sensory checks, yield calculations, knowledge of syrup brix, gas volume, gauge usage, SU consumption, and handling glass breakage and rejection.
PepsiCo Code of Conduct
- No details provided.
Pre- and Post-Acquisition Comparison
- Pre-acquisition: 4 BSD lines, one shift operation, 792 employees, 30 lakh cases production volume, low worker participation and ownership, undisciplined workforce.
- Post-acquisition: 2 BSD lines, 1 PET line, juice line, three shift operation, 279 employees, over 70 lakh cases production volume, high worker participation and increased sense of ownership, disciplined workforce. Line efficiency increased by 85% post-acquisition.
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This quiz explores the workforce changes at Duke & Sons Plant from 1994 to 2006, highlighting the significant decline in employee numbers and the implementation of voluntary retirement schemes (VRS). It covers the details of each VRS offered and the impact on permanent and temporary staff. Test your knowledge on workforce management strategies and their effects.
