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Andrew Placido

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Results-oriented People Leader and Technical Specialist with over ten years of experience in process improvement, customer experience enhancement, and safety culture development. Proven track record in optimizing workflows to achieve maximum efficiency and quality. Committed to leveraging skills in leadership and technical expertise to contribute to a dynamic startup environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

SITE SUPERVISOR

May Mobility
Miami, FL
10.2023 - Current
  • Trained and led over 30 AVOs in autonomous operations, safety, and passenger experience.
  • Worked collaboratively with Autonomy Support Engineers to refine current workflows for Jira ticketing, resulting in a new SOP for the Operations Department.
  • Spearheaded the Golden Route initiative in Miami, resulting in unnecessary log reduction, and a 12% increase in site autonomy.

AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE SYSTEM TEST SPECIALIST

Argo AI
Miami, Florida
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Trained test specialists in safe operation of autonomous vehicles on public roads by proactively scanning and evaluating dynamic traffic environments
  • Performed advanced mission types and identified opportunities for process improvement by providing extensive, in-depth feedback of both strengths and weaknesses of the AVS
  • Communicated morning team briefs to 30+ test specialists, discussing software upgrades, patch notes, and new policies/procedures

EXECUTIVE CHEF & OWNER

OH BOY
Brooklyn, NY
12.2016 - 07.2020
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes

ENLISTED PROGRAMS RECRUITER

United States Navy
Chicago, IL
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Prospected and interviewed over 200 applicants
  • Effectively led, trained and mentored over 100 future sailors in military training, personal financial management and physical readiness
  • Exceeded yearly recruiting goals by 125% and awarded Recruiting Station of the Year for the Chicago Recruiting District

SPECIAL WARFARE COMABT CREWMAN

United States Navy
Norfolk, VA
08.2007 - 01.2013
  • Provided detailed planning and analysis communications for multiple anti-piracy and hostage rescue missions
  • Led and trained three 12-man assault teams in rescue and recovery techniques in combat environments
  • Supervised the accountability of over $2M worth of weapons, optics, surveillance equipment, watercraft, and communication devices.

Education

B.A. Candidate - Sustainable Development

Columbia University
New York, NY
05.2021

Grand Diplome - Professional Culinary Arts

The International Culinary Center
New York, NY
10.2016

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Financial Management
  • Team Leadership and Motivation
  • Strategic Planning
  • Process Improvement
  • Stakeholder Communication

Timeline

SITE SUPERVISOR

May Mobility
10.2023 - Current

AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE SYSTEM TEST SPECIALIST

Argo AI
03.2022 - 11.2022

EXECUTIVE CHEF & OWNER

OH BOY
12.2016 - 07.2020

ENLISTED PROGRAMS RECRUITER

United States Navy
01.2013 - 01.2015

SPECIAL WARFARE COMABT CREWMAN

United States Navy
08.2007 - 01.2013

B.A. Candidate - Sustainable Development

Columbia University

Grand Diplome - Professional Culinary Arts

The International Culinary Center

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