The relationship between job stress, work - family conflict, workload and employee work - life balance in semiconductor industry

Work-life balance has become an increasingly important concern, particularly in high-demand industries such as the electronic semiconductor sector in Malaysia, where employees are often exposed to long working hours, high job demands, and strict production schedules. This study was conducted to examine the relationship between job stress, work-family conflict, workload, and work-life balance among employees in the Malaysian electronic semiconductor industry. A quantitative research approach was adopted using a survey method, with data collected through self-administered questionnaires distributed to employees working in selected semiconductor companies in Penang. The data were analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) through descriptive analysis, reliability analysis, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression analysis. The findings revealed that job stress, work-family conflict, and workload have significant relationships with work-life balance, with work-family conflict identified as the strongest predictor, followed by workload and job stress. The results indicate that higher levels of stress, excessive workload, and increased work-family conflict negatively affect employees’ ability to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life. This study contributes to the existing literature by providing empirical evidence from the Malaysian semiconductor industry and offers practical insights for organizations to implement effective human resource strategies aimed at improving employee well-being and retention