Ada Shuang Hou

Manage HR operations and workforce compliance activities for the TSMC Arizona semiconductor construction project. Oversee day-to-day HR operations in a bilingual and fast-paced construction environment, including employee relations, onboarding and offboarding, policy implementation, payroll administration, benefits administration, and workforce support for both local employees and international assignees. Oversee employment compliance and work authorization processes supporting a large international workforce population, including E-2, TN, H-1B, and OPT/STEM OPT cases, along with prevailing wage requirements, Davis-Bacon Act (DBA) administration, certified payroll coordination, workers’ compensation administration, apprenticeship program support, and workforce documentation management. Support HR operational improvements through HRIS system transitions, SOP development, process standardization, internal training materials, and HR procedure documentation. Work closely with project leadership, headquarters, and cross-functional teams to support workforce operations and HR compliance in a project-driven environment.

Directed HR, administrative, and corporate affairs operations for a logistics organization under Shenzhen Yantian Port Group, supporting organizational operations, workforce management, internal governance, and executive coordination. Managed and enhanced HR and administrative frameworks including recruitment, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, policy administration, and internal training programs. Oversaw budgeting, operational planning, regulatory filings, board and governance-related matters, shareholder communication, and coordination with government authorities to support business operations and organizational compliance. Managed a broad range of operational and administrative initiatives, including ISO 9001 certification, office relocation coordination, regulatory and bidding documentation, post-merger integration support, and large-scale corporate event planning

Joined a newly established joint venture during its startup phase and helped set up HR and administrative operations from the ground up. Developed foundational policies, recruitment processes, and onboarding practices to support early workforce integration and compliant operations. Managed daily administration including procurement, asset tracking, and vendor coordination while assisting with compensation and benefits administration. Coordinated employee engagement activities and internal communications to support team formation in a new organization.

Handpicked as the youngest member of a cross-functional team immediately after graduation to support the launch of a joint venture, Yantian Port International Information Co., Ltd. Contributed to shareholder coordination, signing ceremonies, business registration, licensing, and regulatory compliance. Led office setup, procurement, initial recruitment and internal policy drafting, gaining hands-on experience in starting and running a new company.