Shannon Nicholas
About Shannon Nicholas
Shannon Nicholas is a Quality & Training Specialist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Summit, New Jersey, with a background in microbiology and extensive experience in quality control and training roles.
Title and Current Position
Shannon Nicholas holds the position of Quality & Training Specialist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Summit, New Jersey. In this role, Shannon is responsible for developing and implementing training methods in collaboration with other specialists. Additionally, Shannon assists with CAPA and deviation work streams to ensure completions and helps with related metrics.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Shannon Nicholas has held multiple short-term positions across various industries. In 2019, Shannon worked as a Trainer in Manufacturing at Language Directions, LLC in Roseland, NJ for three months. During the same year, Shannon was also the Lab Manager & Lead Immunochemist at Pocono Rabbit Farm & Lab in Canadensis, Pennsylvania. In 2017, Shannon served as a Quality Supervisor at Bakkavor in Jessup, Pennsylvania. Earlier in the career, Shannon worked in quality control and microbiology roles at Sanofi Pasteur and NMS Labs.
Education and Expertise
Shannon Nicholas graduated from Delaware Valley University, where Shannon studied Microbiology, General, and obtained a degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology from 2004 to 2008. This educational background has provided Shannon with extensive knowledge in microbiology and biotechnology, which has been applied throughout the professional career in various scientific roles.
Training and Development Skills
Shannon Nicholas has shown a strong aptitude for developing new and efficient training methods. At Bristol Myers Squibb, Shannon trains staff on new computer programs essential to the pharmaceutical manufacturing process. Shannon's ability to collaborate with other training specialists results in more effective and streamlined training programs.
Problem-Solving Abilities
Shannon Nicholas is known for the ability to think quickly and clearly under pressure—a skill sharpened through numerous career challenges. Shannon also holds CAPA Review Board meetings in the absence of a senior manager, demonstrating strong problem-solving and leadership abilities. These skills are critical in identifying and resolving issues efficiently within the quality and training spectrum.