Steven Willems

Steven Willems is an experienced Operations Manager at Avient Corporation since November 2020, where responsibilities include overseeing operations across two plants, focusing on production, logistics, and cultural transformation within the chemical industry. Notable achievements include the acquisition of DSM Protective Materials in September 2022 and a commitment to operational excellence with a strong emphasis on safety standards. Previously, managerial roles were held at Beliès, Nedlin, and Refresco, where key contributions involved enhancing production processes and focusing on team efficiency within highly automated environments. Additional experience includes production leadership at Sappi Fine Paper Europe and validation engineering at Novartis, complemented by a master’s degree in Industrial Engineering from KU Leuven and a bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology from Hogeschool PXL.