Career Area:

Human Resources

Job Description:

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Job Summary:

At Caterpillar’s Decatur, IL facility, we manufacture and assemble large mining and construction equipment. In this role as a Human Resource Manager, you will report to the Senior Human Resources Manager and will be primarily responsible for supervising and coordinating the administration and development of various human resources services and functions. As a member of the Human Resources team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture. We have a fabulous team that does some of the most exciting work at Caterpillar, and we can’t wait for you to join the team!

What you will do:

• Under the general guidance of the Senior Manager of Human Resources, work with employees on all payrolls and all shifts including union-represented employees.

• Provide direction and guidance to all levels of employees on HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistency. Actively participate as a functional resource on business team ensuring human resources is an integral part of the business strategy. Keep employees, managers, general managers and leadership members advised on changes. Play an integral part in the facility Employee Insights Survey (EIS) results through integrating cultural values in the day-to-day business activities.

• Provide direction to Facility Management in interpretation and application of employee-related policies, practices and procedures, as well as international laws if applicable, governmental regulations, and internal investigations to enhance consistency and maintain and improve the work environment of the facility. Provide employment and personnel services including hiring new employees, administering benefits, providing appropriate training, and ensuring a safe work environment.

• Provide directives considering impact upon the company (financial), employee engagement, and consideration for the future (new practices, policies, and procedures). Support and maintain regional point of contacts for competitive businesses for local wage and benefit surveys to be conducted. This position is responsible for surveys and benchmarking data for merit, gain sharing, short term incentive plan (STIP) and evaluation of the results and recommendation of compensation strategy to Corporate Compensation. Research, benchmark, create strategic initiatives, and design implementation strategy to improve business unit results at all locations. Formulate and/or implement policies, practices and procedures related to employment practices, appropriate training, benefits, and safety.

• Manage a work unit of primarily management/professional employees where some review of subordinate work is required as well as training, developing and mentoring. The position is responsible for all personnel issues and performance evaluation of subordinates.

• Typical internal customers include the employees at all levels in one or more facilities and/or Divisions. The position often confronts complex issues or problems, which require careful analysis and diagnosis. Problems are often unique and solutions can require original approaches. May modify existing approaches or develop new solutions. Sets priorities and establishes a work plan in order to complete broadly defined assignments and achieve desired results. Establishes quality standards consistent with overall quality goals. Impacts key quality goals including Customer Satisfaction, Continuous Improvement, Timeliness, Accuracy, Efficiency, Cost Savings, and Process Quality. Position serves as facilitator for the analysis and development of new quality initiatives in the measure(s) stated.

What you will have:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or Law

• 6+ years’ experience in practical human resource assignments

• 3+ years’ experience in labor relations, benefits, compensation, personnel and training

• 3+ years’ experience leading projects or people

Top Candidates will also have:

• Awareness and expertise in many human resource functional areas

• Strong human relations and communication skills

• Strong organizational planning and personal computer proficiency

• Prior leadership experience

Additional Information:

The primary location for this position is Decatur, IL

Domestic relocation assistance is available

This position may require 10% travel

Sponsorship is not available

This posting will close at midnight on October 29, 2023

What you will get:

Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus.

Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays (prorated based upon hire date).

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

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EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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