Condiciones laborales en el Ecuador sector camaronero, un caso de estudio : la tercerización.

Abstract

In the present work, based on a case analysis of the situation of informal workers operating in the shrimp sector, it is demonstrated that outsourcing in this field is legal for some activities and illegal for others. However, beyond that, it is an instrument of contradictions that would be prudent to eradicate for the benefit of both the company and the workers. The workers are aware of the situation and, in many cases, they seek formal employment with the final beneficiary company of their services. They are actively looking for such an opportunity. When the work is consistent and a vacancy opens up, employers prioritize these workers and those who are in "provided services," as long as they pass the formal test. This is true even if they have been "tested" by third parties or by the same beneficiary (of the provided services) for years, and the beneficiary is well aware that the applicant has been their informal worker and has certain skills. In other words, there are underlying realities that go beyond the legal formulas of service. It is recommended to establish a more transparent relationship and direct hiring, for the sake of social justice, while also offering benefits from the state sector, such as tax incentives.