Human Resources Manager

## Human Resources Manager Apply:
Mapleton, Illinois:
Full time:
Posted Today:
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** Career Area:
** Human Resources
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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 Large Power Systems Division (LPSD) team has a Human Resources Manager role open in Mapleton, IL.  In this role you will be the onsite HR leader, supporting approximately 1200 employees, with the primary responsibility for overseeing all HR aspects within the facility while working closely with the Senior Manager Human Resources, Factory Manager, and on-site senior leaders. As a member of the Human Resources team, you will need to have a growth mindset, promote continuous improvement, and help build a defect-free culture.

We have a fabulous team, and we can’t wait for you to join us!  
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* What You Will Do:

*** Lead team of HR professionals to collaborate effectively with other Centers of Excellence and serve as thought leaders to the business and HR.
* Collaborating with management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
* Partner closely with facility leadership on the strategic department culture and employee relations needs.
* Trusted advisor providing guidance to leaders and managers on HR-related matters, including performance management, compensation, and benefits, etc.
* Work with employees on all payrolls and all shifts, to provide direction regarding interpretation and application of employee-related policies, practices and procedures, ensuring consistency.
* Lead strategic workforce planning focusing on skill identification, succession planning and footprint management.
* Lead strategic HR projects related to culture, employee engagement, talent pipeline and other key focus areas.
* Aligning HR policies and programs for their facility which promote employee engagement, retention, and performance.
* Analyzing HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management.
* Work with global HR partners and process owners.
* Assist with hiring, training, and safety-related initiatives.
** What You Have:
*** Business Acumen:
Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
* Global Perspective:
Knowledge of issues, opportunities, and challenges for conducting business in the international marketplace; ability to apply global perspectives appropriately in a wide range of situations.
* Knowledge of Organization:
Knowledge of the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance.
* Decision Making and Critical Thinking:
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
* Influencing:
Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
* Leadership:
Knowledge of leadership practices and processes; ability…