Turnover - Employee Opinion Survey Sample #1





Measuring Turnover:
Example 1 (5-point scale; numbers; NA)
Example 2 (7-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 3 (4-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 4 (5-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 5 (5-point scale; words)
Example 6 (Pulse Survey)
Example 7 (5-point scale; item comments)
Example 8 (3-point scale; words; N/A)
Example 9 (4-point scale; numbers)
Example 10 (Comment boxes only)
Example 11 (Single rating per dimension)
Example 12 (Slide-bar scale)
Dear Employee:


Welcome to the Employee Opinion Survey. We recognize that our employees are our biggest asset and we are committed to continuing to ensure that the [Company] is considered a great place to work. We would like to hear from you as your opinions will help to guide our objectives.

We have developed this survey with questions tailored for our staff and business to provide you with an opportunity to anonymously rate many facets of the business. The survey will assess what you value most in your employment and allow you to make positive suggestions for improvement.

We encourage everyone to complete the survey. Please be honest, constructive and thoughtful in your input. The survey is designed to help us understand more about your thoughts and needs to make this a great company.

The results of this survey will be used to help drive our future success. We will report back to you about what you have said and what we plan to do about it. If you have any questions about the process please contact [Contact Person].

Please ensure that your submission is made between . The survey will only be available during these dates.

Thank you for your participation in the survey. We look forward to seeing the analysis of your responses and we are hoping for 100% participation.

Management Team

Dimensions Included:
Turnover, Hiring, Management, Feedback/Guidance, Teamwork, Quality, Flexibility, Pride/Loyalty, Information Technology/IT, Equality


Instructions:
Please complete the items below and press the submit button at the end of the survey. If you need multiple sessions to complete the survey, please click the "Submit" button at the end of each session to save your responses. Please feel free to skip any items that you do not wish to respond to. Keep in mind that your responses help us to become a better place to work. So, you are encouraged to respond to all items on the questionnaire.




Turnover

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. I would describe my department as non-productive
  1. Employees with poor performance are terminated
  1. I would describe my department as toxic
  1. The recent terminations in our department were from a reduction in force
  1. There is a lack of opportunities in the company
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Turnover, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Hiring

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. The Company is successful in recruiting to fill both long-term and short-term positions
  1. The hiring process is fair and unbiased
  1. The hiring procedures consistently hire excellent candidates
  1. The hiring process is efficient and easy to follow
  1. Hiring procedures are clearly defined
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Hiring, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Management

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. I am supported in my growth and development as a manager.
  1. Managers follow the grievance procedures
  1. The managers involve us in decisions affecting our work
  1. My Manager sets a good example
  1. I have enough resources and support to adequately manage my department.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Management, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Feedback/Guidance

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. I am comfortable giving feedback to others.
  1. I do not feel micro-managed.
  1. I actively seek feedback from colleagues and customers about my work.
  1. I receive mentoring and coaching from my superior.
  1. I see my role to include mentoring and coaching others.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Feedback/Guidance, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Teamwork

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. At this company, work groups cooperate with each other to minimize unnecessary work.
  1. Employees work together to share ideas and resolve issues
  1. The team lead facilitates team discussions and problem-solving
  1. I work well with the other team members
  1. I listen carefully to other team members
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Teamwork, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Quality

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. Methods are in place to identify production problems
  1. Management places importance on quality work.
  1. The people in my team are committed to doing quality work
  1. Continuous learning and improvement helps the Company respond to Change and achieve success
  1. My quality work instructions provide meaningful guidance on how to accurately perform my job duties.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Quality, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Flexibility

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. My manager encourages others to adopt new procedures.
  1. My manager anticipates differences to the procedures that may be needed due to a changing operating environment.
  1. Coworkers adapt to new procedures.
  1. Employees here are focused on continuous improvement.
  1. Employees are willing to move to other positions within the Company
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Flexibility, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Pride/Loyalty

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. The Company is a good employer to work for.
  1. I am glad to be working in my department.
  1. This organization actively contributes to the community.
  1. This is the best place I have ever worked.
  1. I feel like I am able to help my department.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Pride/Loyalty, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Information Technology/IT

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. IT Department responds quickly when equipment or software breaks down.
  1. IT staff are knowledgeable about the software and equipment we use.
  1. The IT Department is effective in maintaining the equipment in my department.
  1. Information Technology responds to my questions and inquiries in a timely manner.
  1. The IT Department maintains good documentation on any changes or issues.
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Information Technology/IT, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?

Equality

Strongly
Disagree
1
2
Neutral
3
4
Strongly
Agree
5
Not
Applicable
  1. All employees in the department add value
  1. Employees are regularly trained to recognize and reduce inequality in the workplace
  1. Diversity of thoughts and ideas is valued as well as diversity in backgrounds and social status
  1. Our organization benchmarks progress against other organizations to see where we can improve
  1. Employees have equal resources available to them to perform their jobs
If [Participant Name] were to make improvements in Equality, which item do you think should be emphasized most over the next two years in order to make us a more effective organization. Type the number here: What are your suggestions for how we can improve this?




  1. What changes would you like to see in your benefit plans? Please note that some of these may increase premium rates. Please check all that apply.
    Add a higher deductible plan ($1,000 - $2,500)
    Increase vision care
    Increase dental care
    Add wellness program (weight loss, nutrition, smoking cessation programs, etc.)
    Add a Medical Spending Account (MSA) (allows employees to enroll in a high deductible health plan,
    spacer and then [Company] and the employee contribute on a pre-tax basis to an account used for eligible medical expenses)


  2. What changes would you be willing to accept in order to help hold down premium increases? Please check all that apply.
    Higher annual deductibles (the amount you pay out-of-pocket before benefits begin)
    Higher office visit co pays (the dollar amount you pay for office visits)
    Higher prescription drug co pays (the dollar amount you pay for prescription drugs)
    More network restrictions (smaller group of doctors and specialists to choose from)
    No dental coverage
    Other, please specify


  3. How often would you like to participate in after hours company event?






  4. How would you rate your satisfaction with the communication between you and [Company]?







  5. What would you change about your current job or position?


  6. Please identify factors that would improve your job performance in the coming year.


  7. When your performance was discussed with you in the past,
    how often did you receive practical suggestions for improving your work?






  8. How would you rate your overall satisfaction with the company in the past year?






  9. Please give any comments or suggestions on how the company can be improved in the coming year: