Career Area:

Human Resources

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

We are building the future

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a nearly 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

The Product Support and Logistics Division (PSLD) is one of the most innovative divisions within Caterpillar. In PSLD, as within all of Caterpillar, our priority is our customers and helping them build a better world. We touch nearly every element of the services value stream from procurement to design and manufacturing to distribution. PSLD is responsible for Aftermarket Parts Distribution of Cat Parts, Integrated Logistics, segment Procurement and the design and manufacturing of Wear Components (Undercarriage and GET) and Maintenance Components (Seals, Tubes & Hardware, Hose & Couplings, Fluids and Filters).

At 2.2 million square feet and 24/7/365 operations, the Morton Aftermarket Parts Distribution Center is the largest Caterpillar Distribution Center in the world. With cutting edge technology, the distribution center prides itself on driving Caterpillar customer loyalty through service parts availability. A highly engaged team, intense focus on safety, quality, employee development and diversity & inclusion will be part of your dynamic employee experience.

As a Human Resource Business Partner, you’ll be the strategic liaison between HR and the operations who implements HR strategies aligned with business objectives, provide guidance on HR policies and practices, and fosters a culture of employee engagement and development.

What you will do:

• Collaborate with senior management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Become a trusted business partner being heavily involved with strategic workforce planning, pipeline planning, succession planning, data analysis, investigations, employee relations, and employee insights action planning among other core HR activities.
• Align HR policies and programs which promote employee engagement, retention, and performance.
• Act as a trusted coach providing guidance to leaders and employees on HR-related matters, including performance management, compensation and benefits, etc.
• Identify, obtain, organize and analyze HR relevant data to provide senior management with data-driven recommendations.
• Navigate Workday at a comfortable level to provide business insights.
• Regularly present ideas, suggestions, and solutions by utilizing active listening skills and probing techniques to address areas of opportunity or concern.
• Interpret and communicate organizational policies, procedures and processes for dealing with employee relations issues and performance management.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to attract talented individuals to the organization.
• Coordinate talent development and reward and recognition programs designed to retain top talent.
• Define structured communications methods for delivering information to employees at all levels on HR and Operations related initiatives.
• Support and engage in employee initiatives, working with team members and leaders to proactively create, monitor and maintain healthy working environments.
• Act as a Diversity & Inclusion change agent, partnering with local steering teams & Employee Resource Groups to provide an inclusive culture.
• Contribute as a member on a variety of projects or teams supporting the business.
  

Desired Experience:

• Experience with supporting both management and production workforce as an HR professional
• Working knowledge of Workday
• Flexibility to provide support on multiple shifts as needed
• Strong communication and project management skills

Education & Experience Required:

• The primary worksite will be in Morton, IL
• Travel percentage for this role would be no more than 5%
• Sponsorship will not be provided for this role
• Degree or equivalent experience desired

What you will have:

• Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
• Knowledge of Organization: Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance.
• Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
• Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.
• Employee Relations: Knowledge of the rights and obligations in the employee relations; ability to adhere to legal requirements when handling employee negotiations.
• HR: Policies, Standards and Procedures: Knowledge of human resource function; ability to uphold the organization's and industry's standards, procedures and policies regarding human resources management.
• Talent Management: Knowledge of how an organization attracts, recruits, retains, identifies and develops talent; ability to develop the talent required for an organization to achieve its short-term and long-term goals.
  

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$108,360.00 - $162,480.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Annual incentive bonus plan*

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)

401k savings plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Healthy Lifestyle Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development

*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines.

Posting Dates:

December 9, 2024 - December 23, 2024

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

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

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