Aernnova Brazil: Rebuilding Trust and Moving Forward as One Team

On August12th and 13th, Andre Wall visited Aernnova do Brazil, located in San Jose DosCampos (Bazil)  Aerostructure assemblycompany very close to our client Embraer.

During twobusy days, André Wall, together with Aernnova Brazil’s management team, RogelioRaul Gomez CEO, Ricardo Alvim (Supply Chain Manager) ; Rodolfo Ferrianci(Quality Manager); Fabio Eliseu (Process Eng Manager), Rogelio Raul – InterimDirector (From Mexico); Andre Wall; Naira Araujo Maran (HR Manager); ShirleyNogueira (Financial Manager); Ronaldo Fujisawa (Production Manager) + WilliamBetti (Engineering Manager) focused on strengthening connections with employeesthrough direct engagement and relationship-building activities.

Seeingthe operation from the shop floor

One of the key activities was “Gemba walks” across the production areas to observe operations firsthand, understand challenges, and identify improvement opportunities.

The visit also included a coffee session with the CEO and key talents, creating an informal environment for open dialogue. Discussions covered current business challenges as well as opportunities for professional and career development.

This direct interaction was complemented by a session with the wider staff team,reinforcing the importance of communication, transparency and collaboration.

Rebuilding trust through execution

A central topic was the importance of rebuilding trust and strengthening the partnership with Embraer.

Achieving this requires consistent focus on execution: meeting agreed deadlines,delivering on commitments and ensuring processes are sustainable over time.

Quality is another key priority. Reducing non-conformities and reinforcing robust processes will be essential to restoring confidence and achieving the operational excellence expected from a strategic partner.

At the same time, the organization is continuing its transformation towards a stronger Lean culture, with standardization, continuous improvement and business excellence at the heart of the journey. 

Investing in our people and capabilities 

Transformation also depends on developing our teams. The implementation of the DOJO training model will play an important role in strengthening skills, supporting learning on the shop floor and creating a more capable and flexible organization. 

Another priority is ensuring that strategic initiatives remain focused and deliver measurable short-term results, building momentum and demonstrating the impactof our transformation.

Other priorities discussed were prioritizing strategic initiatives that deliver measurable short-term results and standardizing operations in alignment with the Embraer manufacturing model and best practices. 

Value of the team presented  

The team presented a clear ambition: re-establishing Aernnova as a trusted and high-performing partner for Embraer, recovering the level of confidence,operational excellence, and delivery reliability that historically characterized our relationship. This ambition is supported by a results-driven culture with a strong commitment to execution and accountability, together with a One Team mindset that promotes collaboration, integration, and alignment across functions. At the same time, we are enhancing our organizational capabilities through targeted hiring and talent development, while a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters innovation and resilience. All of this is part of a broader transformation of the organizational mindset toward Lean principles, continuous improvement, and business excellence. 

Celebrating our people and our journey⭐

The visit took place during the celebration of Aernnova Brazil's 22nd anniversary, making the moment even more meaningful. The message shared with employees highlighted a simple but powerful idea: people are the driving force behind our transformation