Quality Assurance Analyst I

Five Rivers Cattle Feeding; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the cattle feeding industry is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst I to ensure software quality and reliability. The role involves collaboration with the software development team, managing project timelines, and adhering to testing standards. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree and extensive knowledge of the cattle feeding industry, along with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of cattle feeding industry is essential.
• Strong written and oral communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Verify and document internal software programs.
• Manage project timelines and engage with development teams.
• Adhere to established testing standards during development.

Skills

Communication

Quality Assurance Process

Time Management

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

LOCATION: Five Rivers Corporate Office – On Site or Approved Remote
SUPERVISOR: Shelby Gregory, Software Manager, IT
JOB TITLE: Quality Assurance Analyst I
CLASS: Salaried, Ag Exempt Professional

FUNCTION:

The Quality Assurance Analyst I is primarily responsible for verification and documentation of internal software programs. Direct collaboration with key members of the software development lifecycle will be critical to ensure adherence to quality standards including reliability, usability, and performance of identified software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.

• • Understand the quality assurance process and identify/implement best practices
  • Recognize business processes and implications of projects/functionality
  • Research industry standards for quality assurance programs and provide recommendations for team strategies
  • Adhere to established testing standards during development and deployment to ensure software programs meet requirements
  • Analyze and document functionality through test plans; execute test plans thoroughly
• Manage project timelines to ensure milestones are reached, with emphasis on time management during the testing phase of the software development lifecycle and potential on site implementation
• Engage software development team in appropriate communication and meetings to keep team focused on achieving deliverables; engage with other project stakeholders as directed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience
• Extensive knowledge of cattle feeding industry
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.…)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge or willingness to learn foundational SQL
• Ability to perform user training when required
• Willing to travel up to 20% of the time

COMPETENCY:

Expected to participate in meetings, coordinate project level testing and deployment, understand technical and business implications of decisions, work within approved budget, exhibit sound and accurate judgment, and adapt to change in the environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work in office and feedyard setting. Intermediate travel is required. Sitting, walking, standing, bending, stooping, working at heights, reaching at all levels, grasping, lifting, carrying, climbing and other demands may be necessary per scope of work.