Job Sharing, Solidarity, and Anomie in Industrial Society in Gorontalo

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the dynamics of the division of labor, social solidarity, and the potential emergence of anomie within a local industrial setting in Gorontalo, using a sociological perspective inspired by Émile Durkheim. The research focuses on PT Krim Rejeki Lancar as a case study representing the transformation of local work relations in the context of industrialization. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach, as proposed by Moleong, to explore in depth the meanings, interactions, and social experiences of workers within their natural work environment. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using the interactive model of Miles and Huberman, consisting of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that the division of labor at PT Krim Rejeki Lancar has created functional interdependence among work units, fostering organic solidarity through cooperation, coordination, and shared responsibility. However, the study also reveals structural tensions, particularly within the sales division, where high performance targets are not always balanced by adequate operational support. This condition gives rise to latent forms of anomie, which are not expressed through open conflict but are mitigated by strong social ties and familial work relations. The study concludes that the division of labor functions not only as a mechanism of efficiency but also as a social arena where solidarity and potential disorganization coexist, requiring a continuous balance between regulation, integration, and social justice in the workplace.