Human Resources Generalist

Caterpillar Inc.

HR Generalist partnering with leaders to drive talent and engagement strategies at Caterpillar. Supporting organizational effectiveness through HR practices in a dynamic environment.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeMorton • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,530 - $146,290 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in talent management strategies, employee relations, and organizational change initiatives while fostering an inclusive workplace culture. Proficient in analyzing workforce trends and providing strategic recommendations to support business objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Talent Management StrategiesEmployee RelationsOrganizational Change InitiativesWorkforce AnalysisCompensation Program Administration

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Hard Skills

Talent AcquisitionSuccession PlanningPolicy InterpretationBusiness ConceptsDecision-Making ProcessesHR ApproachesWorkforce Trends Analysis

Soft Skills

CoachingInfluencing TacticsLeadership PracticesCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Workforce InitiativesPositive Workplace CultureEmployee EngagementBusiness Objectives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with leaders to drive talent, engagement, performance, and workforce initiatives
Provide guidance and coaching on employee relations matters and policy interpretation
Support talent acquisition, development, succession planning, and retention efforts
Help lead organizational and people-related change initiatives
Analyze workforce trends and recommend solutions that support business objectives
Foster an inclusive, positive workplace culture
Make recommendations to senior management on employee-related issues
Administer compensation programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience
Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes
Knowledge of issues, opportunities, and challenges for conducting business internationally
Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, and values
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques
Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies
Knowledge of leadership practices and processes
Knowledge of HR approaches, tools, and techniques
Knowledge of talent management strategies

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K
annual bonus
paid vacation days
paid holidays