Career Area:

Human Resources

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.

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

Whether it be groundbreaking products, best in class solutions or creating a lifelong career, you can do the work that matters at Caterpillar. With a 100-year legacy of quality and innovation and 150 locations in countries around the world, your impact spans the globe.

When you join Caterpillar, you are joining a team of makers, innovators and doers. We are the people who roll up our sleeves and do the work to build a better, more sustainable world. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation. We make it happen. And we are proud of that, because it helps our customers build and power the world we live in – the roads, hospitals, homes and infrastructure. Without a dedicated workforce Caterpillar could not effectively meet our customer’s needs. Join us.

Role Definition

Integrated Components Division, part of Resource Industries segment, designs and manufactures quality wear and maintenance components which exceed Caterpillar customer's expectations, such as: Fluids & Filters, Hose & Couplings, and Seals, Tubes & Hardware.

As the Human Resources Operations Partner for our Pins manufacturing facility in Sumter, SC you will have an exciting opportunity to make a difference for Caterpillar people – employees, leaders and the communities within which we live and work – by partnering with facility operations leadership to deliver strategic goals supporting our people.

What You Will Do:

• Highly consultative and ability to build rapport with facility leaders.  Needs to be able to influence and coach our team members and leaders.  Identifying succession plans of internals and be able to also communicate the reasoning of the decision. 
• Collaborating with management as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
• Understanding the businesses supported including customers, suppliers, opportunities, challenges and short-, and long-term goals.
• Clear understanding of the unique workforce at Sumter Pins facility, including pulling on key metrics and inputs to develop a strategic and actionable people vision.
• Acting as a trusted coach providing guidance to leaders and managers on HR-related matters, including performance management, compensation, and benefits, etc.
• Lead efforts to achieve a positive Caterpillar Experience for all employees.
• Provide solutions to attract, develop and retain talent.
• Lead local administration of employment practices, compliance, training.
• Partner with expanded Components global HR team.
• Proven ability to tell a story through metrics.  Must be able to be clear and concise while presenting meaningful data analysis to the leadership teams.

What You Have:

• Ability to communicate effectively at both a tactical and strategic level with business partners.  The communication factor will play a large part in the success of the consultative approach of this role.
• Outstanding judgment and creative problem-solving skills
• 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.
• 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. Influencing a wider variety of business partners ranging from individual contributor to senior leadership.
• Employee Relations: Knowledge of the rights and obligations in the employee relations; ability to adhere to legal requirements when handling employee negotiations.
• HR: Policies, Standards and Procedures: Knowledge of human resource function; ability to uphold the organization's and industry's standards, procedures and policies regarding human resources management.

Top Candidates will also have:

• Mid level HR Experience would be preferred.

Additional Information:

• Locations: Primary location: Sumter, SC.
• This is a fully onsite role Monday to Friday in office.
• Minimal requirement to travel up to 5%.
• Relocation will be offered for the right candidate.
• Sponsorship will not be offered.

About Caterpillar 

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

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:

October 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025

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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