HR Representative

Waterloo, IAPosted Jul 28, 2026

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

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John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa - Waterloo Function: People and Culture (CA) Title: HR Representative - 122446 Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

Your Responsibilities

As an HR Representative for JD Waterloo Works located in Waterloo, Iowa, you will:

  • Serve as a strategic HR business partner and trusted advisor to leaders and employees, providing guidance on HR policies, processes, systems, and people-related matters
  • Coach managers and employees to strengthen performance, enhance working relationships, and support individual and team effectiveness
  • Lead and support HR programs, organizational changes, and strategic initiatives that align with business objectives and operational needs
  • Partner with leaders to drive workforce planning, talent acquisition, onboarding, organizational effectiveness, and other core HR processes
  • Champion employee engagement, inclusion, and culture initiatives that foster a positive and high-performing work environment
  • Support the execution of human resources strategies and solutions that enable business success and enhance the employee experience

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position

What Skills You Need

  • 2 or more years of Human Resources experience, including areas such as talent acquisition, HR operations, employee programs, onboarding, workforce planning, or employee relations
  • Solutions focused, forward thinking, and bring a positive vibe to influence change
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, counsel, and advise managers and employees on HR policies, processes, performance, and sensitive or complex people matters
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships and drive outcomes across all levels of the organization
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities, navigate ambiguity, solve problems, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
  • High level of personal integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information, combined with a solutions-focused and forward-thinking mindset
  • Team-oriented individual with a passion for creating a positive employee experience, driving inclusion and engagement, and utilizing data and HR systems to support informed decision-making

What Makes You Stand Out

  • HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP/SCP, HRCI)
  • Strong technical skills (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Power Apps)

Education

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, Business or related field

What You'll Get

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Highly competitive base pay
  • Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Contribution)
  • Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
  • Charitable contribution match
  • Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay

$77,628.00 - $116,436.00 + Benefits

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Must be 18 years of age or older to apply

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice

The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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