job summary: Our client is a well-known multinational pet food manufacturer and they are looking for a QA Analyst to join their growing team on a 6-9 month contract. The QA Analyst will be responsible for supporting the planning, design, and execution of system testing on simple to complex implementations. This role works collaboratively within the IT department and business units to execute and validate test cases based upon system requirements. Identifies and documents defects when performing test execution in a fast-paced, fluid and changing environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated QA Analyst looking for their next challenge, are you the next QA Analyst for this amazing client? Reach out today with your updated resume for immediate consideration! location: Saint Charles, Missouri job type: Contract salary: $35 - 45 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Develops test plans, test cases, test scripts and test reports on multiple projects of varying sizePerforms testing on various software, integrations and reporting systemsValidates that user expectations are achieved during the testing processReviews user requirements documents to ensure that requirements are testableDocuments and reports system defects to the project teamDevelops automated scripts for regression testingIdentifies and communicates business risks relative to testing and implementation for evaluation by project teams and managementWorks with analysts, developers and project managers to determine the most effective testing and inspection strategy for projects of varying complexity and sizeEnsures that measurable test objectives are established for each system being testedEnsures that defects uncovered in the test are recorded, summarized and utilized in post project reviews in an effort to improve the development and test processesWorks with Systems Development team and business to ensure the timely, thorough testing of technological enhancements prior to release to a production environmentPerforms other related duties as required qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 4 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors skills: Automated QA Testing (4 years of experience is preferred)Manual QA Testing (4 years of experience is preferred)Automated QA Testing (4 years of experience is preferred)Manual QA Testing (4 years of experience is preferred)JIRA (4 years of experience is preferred)AccelQ (4 years of experience is preferred)APD (4 years of experience is preferred)IDL (4 years of experience is preferred)smartsheet (4 years of experience is preferred)TFS (4 years of experience is preferred)VSOTest Plans/Cases/Scripts (4 years of experience is preferred) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.