Human Resources Generalist

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.

The Human Resources Generalist for the North Little Rock, Arkansas facility in the Earthmoving division will serve as an HR Consultant to Operations partnering with leaders to create a positive Caterpillar experience for employees. This position will administer HR process and practices that are aligned with Caterpillar policies and local requirements. The HR Generalist will also make recommendations to leadership on continuous improvement opportunities impacting engagement, performance, recruiting, turnover and organizational effectiveness.

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:

• Interact with and counsel all levels of management, salaried & hourly employees, to assist and resolve a wide variety of personnel, wage/salary and benefit related issues  
• Administering and interpreting HR Policies and Practices
• Partner with Operations to forecast production staffing, hiring and attrition and influence related continuous improvements; manage Workday position management for production workforce

• Communications plans for human resources related material
• Compensation planning
• Employee Opinion Survey analysis and recommend strategic initiatives to improve the employee experience
• Production Career Planning and Development
• Track and report on metrics and measurements for human resources functions and provide data to management
• Perform duties associated with governmental regulations
• Conduct internal investigations
• Various other Human Resources related duties

What Skills You Will Have:

• Human Resources Consulting & Business Partnering
• Employee Relations
• HR Policies, Standards, and Procedures
• Decision Making & Critical Thinking
• Data Gathering, Reporting & HR Analytics
• Effective Communications

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, or professional services environments
• Advanced use of HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday)
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills along with good human relations and communications skills to maintain cooperative work relationship with others
• Ability to deal with sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to influence and coach facility leaders
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM‑CP/‑SCP)

Additional Info:

• Location: North Little Rock, Arkansas
• Domestic Relocation Assistance is available for those who qualify
• Travel required is limited.

What You Will Get:

• Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.
• Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance.  We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.
• All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

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.

Final details:

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Summary Pay Range:

$97,530.00 - $146,290.00

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

 

 

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

 

 

Relocation is available for this position.

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

July 27, 2026 - August 3, 2026

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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