Human Resources Manager

Caterpillar Inc.•Mapleton, IL

10d•$128,470 - $192,710•Onsite

About The Position

Caterpillar’s Large Power Systems Division is hiring an onsite Human Resources Manager in Mapleton, Illinois. The role is the facility’s HR leader, supporting approximately 1,200 employees and overseeing all HR aspects of the facility. The manager works closely with the Senior Manager Human Resources, Factory Manager, and onsite senior leaders, while promoting continuous improvement and a defect-free culture. The position leads HR professionals and partners with Centers of Excellence, facility leadership, global HR partners, and process owners. It advises leaders on HR matters, supports workforce planning and employee relations, and leads initiatives related to culture, engagement, talent, and performance. The role requires working onsite five days a week. Domestic relocation is available to those who qualify; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes, with the ability to apply them to sound decision-making in diverse business situations.
Knowledge of global business issues, opportunities, and challenges, and the ability to apply a global perspective.
Knowledge of organizational vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics, and the ability to align capabilities with business goals.
Knowledge of decision-making processes and critical-thinking tools and techniques, with the ability to analyze situations and reach informed, productive decisions.
Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies and the ability to impact decisions within and outside the organization.
Knowledge of leadership practices and the ability to enlist others in setting, embracing, and achieving objectives with a long-term perspective.
Knowledge of HR approaches, tools, and techniques and the ability to advise managers on HR-related initiatives.
Knowledge of talent management, including attracting, recruiting, retaining, identifying, and developing talent to meet organizational goals.

Nice To Haves

Experience with analysis and reporting.
Experience presenting complex themes to audiences at various levels within an organization.
Outstanding judgment and creative problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of HR professionals, collaborate with Centers of Excellence, and serve as a thought leader to the business and HR.
Advise management and help identify and prioritize HR initiatives aligned with organizational strategy and objectives.
Partner with facility leadership on department culture and employee relations needs.
Guide leaders and managers on HR matters, including performance management, compensation, and benefits.
Provide employees across all payrolls and shifts with guidance on interpreting and applying employee-related policies, practices, and procedures consistently.
Lead strategic workforce planning focused on skill identification, succession planning, and footprint management.
Lead strategic HR projects related to culture, employee engagement, talent pipeline, and other key focus areas.
Align facility HR policies and programs to promote employee engagement, retention, and performance.
Analyze HR metrics and data, identify trends and opportunities, and make data-driven recommendations to senior management.
Work with global HR partners and process owners.
Assist with hiring, training, and safety-related initiatives.