Human Resources Generalist

Caterpillar•Pontiac, IL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Generalist in Pontiac, Illinois provides support to a business unit across staffing, employee relations, performance management, and training. This role has a strong operational focus, with approximately 50% of responsibilities dedicated to supporting the union move coordinator function, including administration of the union job bid process. This is an excellent entry-level HR opportunity for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a process-driven environment. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant HR processes while supporting employees and leaders with day-to-day HR needs.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple processes accurately.
Ability to work in a process-driven environment, following structured workflows and ensuring compliance.
Working knowledge of employee relations, including understanding and applying HR policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of decision making and critical thinking, with the ability to assess situations and support solutions.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with employees and leaders.
Working knowledge of data gathering and reporting, including maintaining accurate records and identifying trends.
Degree or equivalent experience desired.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting union or labor environments
Exposure to job bidding processes, workforce movement, or scheduling coordination
Experience working in high-volume administrative or HR operations roles
Strong ability to manage multiple priorities with a high level of accuracy
Experience supporting structured HR processes or compliance-heavy environments

Responsibilities

Support the union move coordinator process, including administration and execution of the union job bid process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with established procedures.
Maintain and manage high-volume, detail-driven HR processes, ensuring documentation and records are complete and accurate.
Provide HR support across staffing, employee development, performance management, and training.
Partner with leaders to provide guidance on employee-related matters, including employee relations and policy interpretation.
Support employee relations activities, including routine issue resolution, employee counseling, and exit interviewing.
Assist with compensation and performance management processes, ensuring consistency and adherence to policy.
Gather and organize HR data, supporting reporting needs and identifying trends or issues.