James Kye

About James Kye

With over four years in the field of human resources, operations support and customer service, my core competencies lie in streamlining people operations processes and enhancing employee experiences. At Nuro, my mission was to maintain the integrity of HR systems and deliver exceptional support to over a thousand global employees. Our team valued collaboration, and we strived to foster a culture that aligned with the organization\'s dedication to innovation and safety.As a Human Resources Coordinator, I played a pivotal role in refining the onboarding process and served as the primary point of contact for HR-related inquiries. My expertise in Workday HCM and compliance, combined with a strong focus on attention to detail, enabled me to contribute significantly to improving our HRIS and ATS. Prior to this, my efforts in operations support involved driving process improvements and ensuring safety across office locations, showcasing my commitment to operational excellence and strategic data analysis.

Experience

1. Human Resources Coordinator

   Mainspring Energy

   Aug 2024 — Present · Menlo Park, CA, US

   Ensured data integrity within HRIS platforms (ADP and Paylocity) through regular audits, supporting compliance and accurate reporting for a workforce of 500+ employees- Spearheaded the successful implementation of Paylocity, streamlining core HR functions and improving operational efficiency- Managed end-to-end employee lifecycle transactions, including new hires, job changes, reorganizations, and I-9/E-Verify processing, and offboarding across ADP and Paylocity- Maintained up-to-date HR documentation to ensure alignment with labor laws, regulatory requirements, and internal policies- Utilized HR data to generate insights, dashboards and support departmental decision-making- Acted as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding benefits, payroll, leave policies, and other HR-related topics, delivering timely and accurate guidance- Partnered with People Systems and key stakeholders to lead strategic initiatives focused on continuous process improvement, enhancing scalability and alignment with organizational growth goals- Supported cross-functional efforts with People Systems, HR, and department leaders to assess and optimize HR programs, leading to measurable improvements in employee experience and system usability.

Education

• Otis College of Art and Design

  Bachelor of Fine Arts 2010-2014, Product Design

  2010 — 2014

• Los Altos High School

  High School Diploma

  2006 — 2010

Skills

• Rendering
• Rhino V-Ray
• Illustrator/ in-Design/Photoshop
• Illustrator
• Product Design
• Rhino 3d
• Sketching
• Microsoft Office
• Metal Welding
• Solidworks
• Concept Design
• Rhino
• Concept Development
• Woodworking
• Adobe Photoshop
• Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Model Making
• Graphic Design
• Indesign