Human Resources Manager

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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.

The Human Resources Manager for the North Little Rock, Arkansas facility in the Earthmoving Division serves as the HR Business Partner to Operations and leads the local HR team. Together with the team, they align people strategies with business objectives to attract, motivate and retain employees and provide for a positive Caterpillar experience which will drive organizational performance. This role provides leadership across core HR disciplines including employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, compliance, and organizational effectiveness. In partnership with the facility manager and leadership team, he/she will lead change efforts aligned to the business strategy and culture transformation initiatives.  The position requires strong consulting capability, data‑driven decision making, and the ability to influence at multiple organizational levels.

The Earthmoving division is responsible for the products at the core of Caterpillar including Medium Tractor Products, Motor Graders, Medium Wheel Loaders, and Paving products, which includes the machines upon which our company was founded. Earthmoving works collaboratively as one team to grow services and create solutions superior to the competition while sharing a purpose to help our customers build a better world. ​

What You Will Do:

• Act as a trusted HR Business Partner to leaders, providing guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategies.
• Lead employee relations activities, including issue resolution, investigations, performance management, and engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, HR policies, and labor regulations, mitigating organizational risk.
• Drive talent management processes including succession planning, development planning, and leadership capability building.
• Analyze HR and workforce data to provide insight‑driven recommendations that support business outcomes.
• Lead and support change management initiatives, assessing people impacts and enabling successful adoption.

What Skills You Will Have:

• Human Resources Consulting & Business Partnering
• Employee Relations
• HR Policies, Standards, and Procedures
• Talent Management & Workforce Planning
• Decision Making & Critical Thinking
• Data Gathering, Reporting & HR Analytics
• Influencing & Stakeholder Management
• Change Management
• Effective Communications

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, or professional services environments
• Advanced use of HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday)
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP/‑SCP)

Additional Info:

• Location: North Little Rock, Arkansas
• Relocation Assistance is available for those who qualify
• Travel required is limited to moderate, 5-10% of working time

Summary Pay Range:

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:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Posting Dates:

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

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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