Nicolas Evrard

Nicolas Evrard is a seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in quality management, environmental health and safety, and operational excellence across various sectors. Currently serving as Senior Manager for Quality - EHSQ Global at Kemira since November 2019, Nicolas previously held roles such as Supplier Quality Engineer at Valmet Automotive and Plant Manager at Ahlstrom-Munksjö. At Ahlstrom-Munksjö, Nicolas managed the Tampere Factory, driving improvements in safety, productivity, employee satisfaction, and cost optimization through initiatives like BBS and LEAN. Earlier positions at Ahlstrom included LEAN and HQSE Manager, Operations Manager, and R&D Manager, where responsibilities encompassed auditing, implementing management systems, and supervising continuous improvement processes across multiple manufacturing sites globally. Educational qualifications include a Master's degree in Organic Chemistry from Université Grenoble Alpes and a Master's degree in Environment & Industrial Risks from Ecole nationale supérieure de Chimie et de Physique de Bordeaux.