Human Resources Manager

Caterpillar Inc.; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 98,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

PTO

401(k) savings

HSA

FSAs

Wellness programs

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts

Career development

Incentive bonus

Disability benefits

Life Insurance

Parental leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Part-time eligibility

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. in Goldsboro, NC is seeking an HR Manager to lead end-to-end people strategy and partner with operations to achieve talent goals. You will participate on the facility leadership team, prioritizing safety and people in the strategy, while guiding HR policy interpretation for consistency.

The role focuses on attracting, developing, and retaining talent, coaching HR staff, and delivering a positive Caterpillar experience for all employees. Onsite work is required.

Qualifications

• End-to-end people strategy and implementation
• Experience partnering with operations leadership on talent goals
• Experience with HR policies, compliance, and employment practices
• Ability to lead and coach HR teams

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement end-to-end people strategy
• Collaborate with operations leadership to meet people objectives
• Participate on the facility leadership team focusing on safety and people
• Lead efforts to create a positive Caterpillar experience for employees
• Provide guidance on HR policies and ensure consistent application
• Attract, develop, and retain talent
• Manage local employment practices, compliance, and training
• Coach HR assistants

Skills

Influencing

Leadership

Organization knowledge

Employee relations

Talent management

Decision making

Business acumen

Work schedule flexibility

Degree or equivalent experience

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

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.

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. At Caterpillar, we work to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world. Without our team of talented, bright and driven individuals, we wouldn’t be the Caterpillar we are today. Now, this is your chance to join our team and do work that matters. We want you to help us enable customer success, make progress possible around the world and help our communities grow and thrive. We’re committed to our customers, who build a better world with our products, services and solutions. We understand and show the value of why they should always choose us. We’re exploring new ideas and opportunities –innovating to discover the breakthroughs necessary for tomorrow’s growth.

Description

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 Manager for our manufacturing facility Goldsboro, NC, 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

• Responsible for end-to-end people strategy and implementation.
• Partner with operations leadership to deliver strategic people goals.
• Actively participate on the facility leadership team, ensuring the focus on safety and people as integral to the strategy.
• Lead efforts to achieve a positive Caterpillar Experience for all employees.
• Provide direction and guidance on HR policies and procedures and advise leaders on interpretation and application to ensure consistency.
• Provide solutions to attract, develop and retain talent.
• Lead local administration of employment practices, compliance, training.
• Lead and coach HR assistant.

What You Will Have

• 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 to use strategies and skills to enlist others in setting, embracing and achieving objectives while having a long-term perspective of the future state of things and how to get there.
• 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.
• Employee Relations: Knowledge of the rights and obligations in employee relations; ability to adhere to legal requirements when handling employee negotiations.
• Talent Management: Knowledge of how an organization attracts, recruits, retains, identifies and develops talent; ability to develop the talent required for an organization to achieve its short-term and long-term goals.
• 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.
• 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.
• Work Schedule Flexibility: Ability to flex work schedule both early and late as necessary to support multiple shift operation.
• Degree or equivalent experience desired.

What Will Set You Apart

• HR Certification.
• Strong understanding of HR Policies, compliance requirements, compensation and benefits, and performance management.
• Demonstrated experience partnering with leadership to deliver people and/or business strategies and initiatives to build Lean culture and create a positive Caterpillar experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required in order to deal with sensitive issues, develop others, or persuade others inside and outside the organization to take specific actions.

Additional Details

Minimum travel is expected, less than 10%

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

September 9, 2026 - September 15, 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.