Human Resources Operations Specialist

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.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage time and attendance systems: Oversee Zucchetti Time & Attendance and prepare various HR reports including headcount, absenteeism, and KPIs.
• Support payroll and recruitment: Assist with payroll processes and coordinate recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, and communication with authorities.
• Ensure legal and procedural compliance: Maintain adherence to labor laws, collective agreements, and company policies.
• Act as liaison for HR policies: Serve as a key connection between local operations and global HR strategies, fostering collaboration across teams.
• Business process improvements: collect and analyze data to identify, evaluate, and implement more efficient methods for HR business activities.
• Lead HR digital initiatives: Manage projects related to HR digitalization, including training and change management.
• Develop people analytics capabilities: Create reports and insights using tools like Power BI to support data-driven HR decisions.

Skill Descriptors

Educational and Experience Requirements

University degree required, preferably a Master’s in HR or related fields, with 2-4 years of relevant HR experience, ideally in manufacturing or consulting.

Technical and Language Skills

Knowledge in Zucchetti system is preferred, MS Office; fluency in English (written and spoken).

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Problem Solving – Handling issues and finding solutions.
• Proactive, positive attitude with a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Digital-first, data-driven mindset and continuous improvement attitude.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities, duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management, this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of “essential job functions” as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Posting Dates

October 27, 2025 - November 4, 2025

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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