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Human Resources Business Partner

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In-Office
San Diego, CA
113K-169K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
San Diego, CA
113K-169K Annually
Entry level
Serve as the HR Business Partner for assigned Solar business units, advising leaders and employees on HR policies, employee relations, performance management, compensation, talent management, and engagement. Partner with senior and frontline manufacturing leaders to align HR initiatives with business goals. Analyze HR metrics, identify trends, and provide data-driven recommendations. The role is onsite five days per week in San Diego and supports manufacturing, oil and gas, power generation, and business operations teams.
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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.

Are you energized by building strong partnerships, supporting people and performance while making a positive impact on both employee experience and operational success? We are looking for a driven, solutions oriented Human Resources Business Partner seeking to help power our workforce in the manufacturing and energy sector. This is an exciting opportunity to join us in a role that blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution, working side-by-side with innovative leaders to shape a thriving, safety-driven culture, focused on making our customers successful. In this role you will work closely with the leadership teams on their strategic people priorities, providing tailored services and solutions in support of their business and talent needs.  Become a key member of Solar’s Human Resources team that is passionate about identifying ways to better the experience of employees, leaders, customers, and the performance of the Company.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary Human Resources Business Partner for assigned Solar business unit organization(s), including serving as a consultant to leaders and employees on HR related matters, providing guidance on HR policies and practices, and fostering a culture of employee engagement and development.

  • Collaborate with senior management, as well as frontline manufacturing operation leaders, as a strategic advisor helping identify and prioritize HR initiatives that align with the organization's strategic goals and objectives.
  • Align HR policies and programs for their business unit which promote employee engagement, retention, and performance.
  • Act as a trusted coach providing guidance on HR-related matters, including performance management, disciplinary action, compensation, etc.
  • Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends and opportunities and develop a story to provide data-driven recommendations to senior management.

The Background, skills and experience of a successful candidate include:

  • This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent related experience and training
  • Extensive consulting skills: listens attentively, qualifies, and clarifies the problem to solve; takes a structured approach to problem solving, while engaging key stakeholders throughout
  • Knowledge of business concepts, tools, and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of Human Resources and the company's business including the organization's vision, structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, values, and code of ethics in order to align capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance and accurately analyze situations to reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
  • Strong influencing skills: builds strong relationships across teams and stakeholders to bring others along and set all parties up for success by effectively influencing decisions and strategies
  • Employee Relations and HR experience including knowledge of the rights and obligations in employee relations; ability to adhere to legal requirements when handling HR matters.
  • Knowledge of human resource function and ability to uphold the organization's and industry's standards, procedures and policies regarding human resources management.
  • Talent Management experience including 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.
  • Knowledge of tools, techniques and processes for gathering, reporting and analyzing data
  • Proficiency in core systems: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams
    • Proficiency in Workday is a plus

This posting represents two open HR Business Partner positions based out of the Kearny Mesa San Diego, CA facility. While responsibilities are similar, each position will partner with a different segment of our business, including but not limited to:

  • Oil & Gas and Power Generation teams, including Business Development, Business Management, and Marketing.
  • Package Systems Operations manufacturing teams.

Summary Pay Range:

$112,710.00 - $169,060.00

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. 
 
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

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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