HR Generalist

Caterpillar Inc.

. Make recommendations to management on issues concerning employees, turnover or training .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $89,210 - $133,810 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employee relations, organizational effectiveness assessments, and HR process improvement. Proficient in utilizing tools and techniques for data gathering, analysis, and effective communication within the HR function.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Employee Relations ManagementOrganizational Effectiveness AssessmentHR Process ImprovementData Gathering and ReportingEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

HR Standards and ProceduresWorkday TransactionsExit InterviewingOutplacement CounselingEmployee Insights Activities

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingProblem SolvingInterpersonal Communication

Industry Keywords

Employee TurnoverHR FundamentalsLegal ComplianceRecognition ProgramsOnsite Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Make recommendations to management on issues concerning employees, turnover or training
Handle employee relations issues, outplacement counseling, and exit interviewing
Conduct organizational effectiveness assessments and recommend programs to address issues
Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, or improve HR processes and help implement new ways of working
Manage employee and leader inquiries
Complete Workday transactions
Support recognition programs, Employee Insights activities, and other HR initiatives
Execute HR fundamentals while improving HR processes and employee experience

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques
Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems
Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data
Knowledge of human resource function and ability to uphold HR standards, procedures and policies
Knowledge of employee relations rights and obligations and ability to adhere to legal requirements
Willingness to work onsite Monday to Friday
Ability to travel approximately 10%
Must be able to complete a drug screen
Visa sponsorship is not available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Domestic relocation assistance for those who qualify
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