Dr. Ikhlef JEBBOR | Industrial engineering | Excellence in Research

ibn Tofail University at National School of Applied Sciences, Ibn Tofail University, Kenitra, Morocco

A Ph.D. candidate in Sustainable Optimization of Manufacturing and Supply Chain with extensive experience in both academia and industry. Focuses on lean manufacturing, production optimization, and AI for sustainable development. Currently an Engineering Project Leader at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS-E), leading process improvements in the automotive industry. Expert in project management, operational research, and continuous improvement strategies such as Six Sigma and Kaizen. Has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and presented at international conferences on sustainability and advanced manufacturing techniques.

Professional Profile

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Education:

• Ph.D. in Sustainable Optimization of Manufacturing and Supply Chain (ENSA Kenitra, Ibn Tofail University, 2022 – Current)
• State Engineer, Industrial Engineering (GI) (FST Errachidia, Moulay Ismail University, 2010 – 2013)
• Physics & Chemistry Teacher Education Diploma (CPR Mohamed V SAFI, Morocco, 2009 – 2010)
• Professional University Degree, Renewable Energies and Sustainable Development (ERDD) (Faculty of Sciences -Agadir, Ibn Zohr University, 2007 – 2009)
• General University Degree, Physical Matter Sciences (SMP) (Faculty of Sciences -Agadir, Ibn Zohr University, 2005 – 2007)
• BAC, Experimental Science (Salah Eddin Elayyoubi High School, Tinghir, 2005)

Professional Experience:

Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS-E)

• Engineering Project Leader (Feb 2021 – Current)
• Senior Project Engineer (Aug 2018 – Jan 2021)
• Process Engineer (Sep 2015 – Aug 2018)
• Work Study Engineer (May 2014 – Aug 2015)

Research Interests:

• Facilities Design and Optimization
• Lean Manufacturing
• Production Planning and Scheduling
• Supply Chain Management
• Mathematical Modeling and Optimization

Awards and Honors:

• Outstanding Project Leader Award
  Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS-E), 2022
  Recognized for leading key process improvements in automotive production, significantly enhancing efficiency and innovation.
• Excellence in Lean Manufacturing Implementation
  Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS-E), 2020
  Awarded for implementing lean manufacturing strategies that resulted in significant cost savings and production efficiency.
• Best Paper Award
  International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Applications (ICIEA), 2023
  Awarded for presenting the paper on “Improvement of an Assembly Line in the Automotive Industry: A Case Study in Wiring Harness Assembly Line.”
• Research Excellence Award
  ENSA Kenitra, Ibn Tofail University, 2022
  For contributions to sustainable optimization of manufacturing and supply chain research, particularly in the automotive industry.
• Innovation Award for Sustainable Practices
  Sustainability and Advanced Manufacturing Techniques Conference, 2023
  Honored for innovative research in applying AI and optimization techniques for sustainable manufacturing practices.

Conclusion:

With an extensive background in industrial engineering, lean manufacturing, and AI applications, I have consistently delivered impactful results in both academia and industry. My experience as an Engineering Project Leader at Sumitomo Electric Wiring Systems (SEWS-E) and my ongoing doctoral research on the sustainable optimization of manufacturing and supply chain systems equip me with a strong foundation for tackling complex industry challenges.

Through my research, publications, and practical experience, I aim to contribute to the development of more efficient, sustainable, and innovative manufacturing processes. I am committed to driving continuous improvement through the application of cutting-edge methodologies such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, and AI-driven optimizations. As I continue to advance in both academia and industry, I strive to shape the future of sustainable industrial engineering and contribute to global efforts for sustainable development.

Publication Top Notes

1. 📊 Article: Forecasting supply chain disruptions in the textile industry using machine learning: A case study
   • Authors: Jebbor, I., Benmamoun, Z., Hachimi, H.
   • Journal: Ain Shams Engineering Journal, 2024, 15(12), 103116
   • Citations: 1
2. 🌍 Conference Paper: Optimization of Carbon Emissions in Asphalt Pavement Construction
   • Authors: Benmamoun, Z., Elkhechafi, M., Abdo, A.A., Jebbor, I.
   • Conference: 10th Edition of the International Conference on Optimization and Applications, ICOA 2024 – Proceedings
   • Citations: 0
3. 🧠 Conference Paper: Comparison of Generative AI Models in Supply Chain Management: Benefits, Applications and Challenges
   • Authors: Khlie, K., Benmamoun, Z., Jebbor, I., Hachimi, H.
   • Conference: 10th Edition of the International Conference on Optimization and Applications, ICOA 2024 – Proceedings
   • Citations: 0
4. 🤖 Article: Generative AI for enhanced operations and supply chain management
   • Authors: Khlie, K., Benmamoun, Z., Jebbor, I., Serrou, D.
   • Journal: Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development, 2024, 8(10), 6637
   • Citations: 1
5. 🌱 Article: Revolutionizing cleaner production: The role of artificial intelligence in enhancing sustainability across industries
   • Authors: Jebbor, I., Benmamoun, Z., Hachmi, H.
   • Journal: Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development, 2024, 8(10), 7455
   • Citations: 1
6. 📉 Article: Leveraging variational autoencoders and recurrent neural networks for demand forecasting in supply chain management: A case study
   • Authors: Khlie, K., Benmamoun, Z., Fethallah, W., Jebbor, I.
   • Journal: Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development, 2024, 8(8), 6639
   • Citations: 5
7. 📚 Conference Paper: Application of Fuzzy Logic for Evaluating Student Learning Outcomes in E-Learning
   • Authors: Mousse, M.A., Almufti, S.M., García, D.S., Aljarbouh, A., Tsarev, R.
   • Conference: Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems, 2024, 935 LNNS, pp. 175–183
   • Citations: 2
8. 🚗 Conference Paper: Application of Manufacturing Cycle Efficiency to Increase Production Efficiency: Application in Automotive Industry
   • Authors: Jebbor, I., Benmamoun, Z., Hachimi, H.
   • Conference: 2024 4th International Conference on Innovative Research in Applied Science, Engineering and Technology, IRASET 2024
   • Citations: 3
9. 🔧 Conference Paper: Process Improvement of Taping for an Assembly Electrical Wiring Harness
   • Authors: Jebbor, I., Raouf, Y., Benmamoun, Z., Hachimi, H.
   • Conference: Lecture Notes in Business Information Processing, 2024, 507 LNBIP, pp. 35–48
   • Citations: 3
10. ⚙️ Article: Optimizing Manufacturing Cycles to Improve Production: Application in the Traditional Shipyard Industry

• Authors: Jebbor, I., Benmamoun, Z., Hachimi, H.
• Journal: Processes, 2023, 11(11), 3136
• Citations: 10