MES Test Lead - Remote

Main Sail is seeking a Test Lead for a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) implementation project to support a manufacturing client in Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

Responsibilities:

• Plan for the FIT, SIT, and UAT as well as prep for test execution, such as:

  • Develop a Test Strategy and Plan.
  • Defining the testing process (how the users will perform the test).
  • What testing materials will be leveraged.
  • How the testers will have the testing materials.
  • How the test results will be captured and managed to closure.
  • What tool will be used to collect the test results.
  • What metrics will be used to report out the test results.
  • Who will be facilitating all the testing at both facilities.
  • When the tests will happen for FIT, SIT and UAT (both facilities).
  • Who will be testing for FIT, SIT, and UAT (for both facilities).
• Develop Detailed Testing Schedule for FIT, SIT, and UAT (for both facilities).

• Define testing logistics.

  • Reserve the testing facility at both facilities.
  • Organizing the testing facility with proper testing tools (if needed).
  • Ensuring the testers’ access and proper privileges have been provided.
  • Ensure the testers have proper training.
  • Ensure the testers have the knowledge of the testing process.
• Lead script writers creating test cases and scripts for Functional Integration, System Integration test phases.
• Lead technical resources executing Functional Integration, System Integration test phases.
• Track and report defects daily.
• Report status of test execution daily.
• Lead users in creating User Acceptance test cases and scripts.
• Lead users executing UAT phase of testing.
• Track and report UAT defects daily. Report status of UAT test execution daily.
• Travel - May need to travel up to 20% or time.

Experience Required:

• 3-4 years of experience leading all testing phases for large, complex IT projects.
• Manufacturing Execution System (MES) implementation experience - Solumina preferred.
• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) experience - SAP preferred.
• Ability to pass a background investigation and drug screening.

Location:

• Remote with up to 20% travel to Mt. Vernon, IN and Barberton, OH.

Duration:

• Jun - Dec 2026 with possible extensions.