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Melissa Rickerd

Melissa Rickerd

Montreal,QC

Summary

As an experienced software tester with a strong foundation in team leadership, I am actively seeking a Team Lead position to leverage my skills in guiding and motivating teams towards excellence in quality assurance. With a passion for gaming and a natural inclination towards challenges, I bring proactive leadership, fostering collaboration and achieving optimal results. Excited about the opportunity to lead and inspire a dedicated team to new heights of success in a dynamic work environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Test Expert

Lionbridge
01.2023 - Current

Morning Daily Scrum:

  • Conduct daily morning scrums, focusing on providing clear directives to the team for the day's tasks.
  • Guide team members on the specific testing environments to be utilized for daily tests.

Troubleshooting:

  • Address and troubleshoot testers' issues promptly to minimize disruptions in the testing workflow.

Console Setup and Documentation:

  • Configure consoles for testers, optimizing the testing environment for efficiency.
  • Develop comprehensive documentation for onboarding and training purposes, streamlining the integration of new team members.

Client Task Management:

  • Receive tasks from the client and orchestrate their seamless integration into the testing process.
  • Set up tasks for testers, providing clear instructions and expectations.

Collaboration with Development:

  • Work closely with developers to define daily tasks for the testing team, ensuring comprehensive test coverage.

Reporting and Measurement:

  • Generate daily reports to track project progress and key performance indicators.
  • Measure and assess deliverables to ensure alignment with client expectations and project goals.

Manager

On Fleek Cleaning Services
06.2016 - 01.2020
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Established clear performance metrics for the team which helped in tracking progress towards set targets effectively.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.

Education

Software Quality Assurance

College Bois-de-Boulogne
Montreal, QC
01.2023

Skills

  • Autonomy and Resourcefulness
  • Proactive Problem-Solving and Active Listening
  • Organizational Precision
  • Effective Time Management
  • Collaboration in a Multidisciplinary Environment
  • Analytical Thinking and Concise Synthesis
  • Critical Thinking and Continuous Improvement

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Test Expert

Lionbridge
01.2023 - Current

Manager

On Fleek Cleaning Services
06.2016 - 01.2020

Software Quality Assurance

College Bois-de-Boulogne
Melissa Rickerd