Manual Test Analyst

The Test Analyst will provide testing expertise and analytical support across a range of projects, including technical initiatives, infrastructure projects, and new business process implementations. The role operates within a project management environment and requires close collaboration with teams in both the US and UK, working partially within UK business hours.

You will deliver endtoend testing services-covering functional, nonfunctional, integration, and regression testing-while coordinating UAT activities, producing core testing documentation, and managing defects throughout their lifecycle. Projects may follow waterfall, iterative, or agile (Scrum) methodologies., The Test Analyst will be responsible for: -

• Collaborate with project teams and business stakeholders to define and prioritize test scenarios, test cases, and schedules.
• Recommend appropriate testing approaches based on project type (e.g., BAU, ERP, digital transformation).
• Develop realistic testing timelines and secure stakeholder alignment.
• Perform system integration and systemlevel testing.
• Create and execute test plans, scenarios, cases, and scripts.
• Provide testing guidance and coaching to teams unfamiliar with testing practices.
• Analyze and report on test progress and results.
• Manage the full defect lifecycle and provide clear reporting to stakeholders.
• Produce test metrics and results for project team review.
• Recommend and implement improvements to testing processes and techniques.
• Offer guidance on CI/CD architecture to support the creation of test environment pipelines.

• 10years+ experience as a hands-on Test Analyst.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and STLC within complex enterprise and integration projects.
• Ability to design, build, and execute manual test scripts aligned with functional requirements.
• Experience working with stakeholders unfamiliar with testing practices.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB).
• Practical experience working in agile Scrum teams.
• Skilled in writing detailed manual test scenarios and scripts.
• Experience testing APIs using tools such as Postman or SOAPUI.
• Proven ability to develop test plans and coordinate testing across internal teams and thirdparty vendors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Experience collaborating with global teams.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong crossfunctional relationships.
• Participation in Scrum ceremonies and development of targeted test plans.
• Close collaboration with development and business teams during testing phases.
• Experience performing integration, performance, and stress testing, including post release validation.

Desired Skills

• Experience across multiple testing disciplines (Regression, Integration, Web, System, Acceptance, UAT).
• Conduct AI model testing to validate accuracy, reliability, bias, and performance across realworld scenarios.
• Test AIdriven features endtoend to confirm data integrity, model performance, and alignment with business requirements.
• ERP testing experience (Order Management, Inventory, Shipping).
• Familiarity with tools such as TestRail, Xray, JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket, and Git.
• Experience in agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, DSDM, TDD, BDD).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance, This fulltime role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life Insurance, 401k with matching), and flexible work arrangements including remote and hybrid options., * 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Lifeplus International, headquartered in Batesville, Arkansas with additional facilities in the UK, Netherlands, and New Zealand, has been producing nutritional and wellness products for over 30 years. Although primarily a manufacturing and sales organization, Lifeplus relies heavily on technology to enhance internal operations and improve customer experiences. The company also supports the Lifeplus Foundation, which focuses on helping underserved communities, promoting healthy living, and empowering individuals.