Citation:

Ricky Effendi, Abdullah Rakhman. "Assessing the Influence of Recruitment Practices, Onboarding Processes, and Mentoring Programs on Employee Performance at PT Temas" International Research Journal of Economics and Management Studies, Vol. 4, No. 4, pp. 253-259, 2025.

Abstract:

This study examines the influence of recruitment practices, onboarding processes, and mentoring programs on employee performance at PT TEMAS Tbk. By using a quantitative approach, data were collected through structured surveys from 203 respondents and analyzed using multiple regression analysis. The findings reveal that while recruitment practices and mentoring programs do not significantly impact employee performance, onboarding processes demonstrate a strong positive effect. Drawing on Social Exchange Theory (SET) and Human Capital Theory, the results suggest that while initial hiring and mentoring efforts may offer foundational value, structured and ongoing onboarding plays a more critical role in fostering employee performance. These findings underscore the importance of implementing comprehensive onboarding strategies and provide practical insights for optimizing human capital practices to support sustained performance outcomes.

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Keywords:

Recruitment Practices, Onboarding Processes, Mentoring Programs, Employee Performance, Social Exchange Theory.