Ajit, a machine operator in a factory, was recently trained to perform basic maintenance on his machine, and how to do related paper work (e.g., order replacement parts). Which of the following terms best describes the changes in Ajit's job description?
A) Work team training.
B) Job rotation.
C) Workplace re-engineering.
D) Job enrichment.

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Job enrichment refers to adding tasks or responsibilities to an employee's job in order to increase their level of satisfaction and motivation. In this case, Ajit's job description has been enriched by adding basic maintenance and paperwork tasks to his responsibilities.

Ajit, a Machine Operator in a Factory, Was Recently Trained