Lean Engineer | Aeolon Renewable Energy Morocco

Location: Nador, Morocco

Aeolon Renewable Energy is a global leader in the manufacturing of wind turbine blades, committed to supporting the transition toward clean and sustainable energy. We are looking for a passionate and results-oriented Lean Engineer to join our Continuous Improvement team and contribute to enhancing operational excellence across our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across production departments.

• Analyze production processes to identify waste, bottlenecks, and opportunities for efficiency improvements.

• Implement Lean methodologies including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), SMED, Standard Work, Visual Management, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, and Line Balancing.

• Conduct time studies, work measurement, and capacity analysis to improve labor productivity and process flow.

• Optimize manufacturing layouts, workstation ergonomics, and material flow to reduce non-value-added activities.

• Monitor and improve key operational KPIs including OEE, productivity, cycle time, lead time, scrap rate, yield, downtime, and labor efficiency.

• Facilitate Root Cause Analysis using 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, Pareto Analysis, and A3 Problem Solving methodologies.

• Develop and maintain standardized work instructions and continuous improvement documentation.

• Support the implementation of digital performance dashboards and KPI reporting.

• Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Process Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, HSE, and Industrial Engineering teams to implement sustainable improvements.

• Lead Kaizen workshops and promote a culture of operational excellence across the plant.

• Train and coach supervisors, engineers, and operators on Lean principles and best practices.

• Support new production line launches and industrialization projects through Lean methodologies.

• Ensure all improvement initiatives comply with company safety, quality, environmental, and operational standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Industrial Engineering within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Proven experience implementing Lean projects that deliver measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost reduction, or process efficiency.

• Experience conducting Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen events, time studies, and process optimization.

• Good understanding of production KPIs, data analysis, and performance management.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Power BI, Minitab, or similar analytical tools is considered an asset.

• Experience working with ERP and/or MES systems is preferred.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Fluent in English (written and spoken); French is an advantage.

Preferred Experience

Experience in one or more of the following industries is highly desirable:

• Wind Energy

• Composite Materials

• Automotive

• Aerospace

• Heavy Manufacturing

• Industrial Equipment

Technical Skills

• Lean Manufacturing

• Continuous Improvement

• Kaizen

• Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

• 5S

• Standard Work

• SMED

• Kanban

• Poka-Yoke

• Visual Management

• Line Balancing

• OEE Improvement

• Time & Motion Study

• Root Cause Analysis

• A3 Problem Solving

• DMAIC

• Process Optimization

• Industrial Engineering

• KPI Management

• Cost Reduction

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a global leader in renewable energy manufacturing.

• Dynamic and multicultural working environment.

• Exposure to advanced composite manufacturing technologies.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

• The opportunity to contribute directly to the global energy transition through operational excellence.