Mina Moawad

About Mina Moawad

Quality and Process Improvement Specialist with over 12 years of experience in production, process optimization, and quality control within manufacturing and recycling industries. I am passionate about leveraging my extensive expertise in developing and maintaining product specifications, improving operational efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement.With a strong background in optimizing production processes, managing quality control systems, and troubleshooting complex technical issues, I thrive in dynamic environments where precision, problem-solving, and efficiency are critical. I am committed to applying both my practical and theoretical knowledge to contribute to organizational success, ensuring product quality and process reliability at every stage of production.Adaptable, results-oriented, and a proactive leader, I am focused on delivering operational excellence while maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations. Always striving for improvement, I aim to make a meaningful impact by fostering collaboration and driving process enhancements that lead to sustained business growth.

Experience

1. Process Engineer

   Republic Services

   Sep 2023 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US

   As the Quality Control and Process Improvement Lead, I oversee product quality and optimize processes within the Polymer Center, focusing on washed rPET flake and sorted polyolefin bales. My key responsibilities include:Developing and maintaining product specifications for washed rPET flake and sorted polyolefin bales, ensuring consistent quality that meets customer requirements.Creating and optimizing process windows and recipes for Sorting, Grinding, and Wash Line equipment to produce products within specification.Driving continuous improvement through statistical analysis of production data (daily, weekly, and monthly), identifying trends and opportunities for efficiency gains.Monitoring production issues and implementing solutions to ensure compliance with safety standards and federal/state regulations.Leading troubleshooting efforts and maintaining advanced knowledge of Polymer Center equipment, including optical sorters, flake sorters, and QC lab instruments.Managing external service providers for equipment calibration and maintenance, ensuring all critical quality-related equipment remains properly maintained.Overseeing the Quality Control Laboratory, ensuring accurate testing and maintaining the QC testing matrix for all products.Leading, training, and developing a team of Quality Control Technicians, fostering a high-performance team environment.Collaborating with Recycling Centers to ensure proper material specifications for incoming materials and working with equipment suppliers to troubleshoot and improve processes.Partnering with Operations to monitor and enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), driving optimization across the Polymer Center.

Education

• Institute of Aviation Engineering and Technology

  Bachelor's degree

  2006 — 2011

• Ahmed Helmy Secondary Language School

  High School Certificate

  2003 — 2006