West Star Aviation Announces Promotion of Midwest Regional Human Resources Manager
West Star is pleased to announce the promotion of Amber Kasting to Human Resource Manager, Midwest region. Amber will be responsible for managing Alton, IL (ALN), and the Perryville, MO (PCD), satellite locations along with their Mobile Repair Teams (AOG/MRT).
Amber has her bachelor’s degree in Psychology/Sociology with an emphasis in Organizational Development and has played an instrumental role with implementing the internal employee communication software, as well as championing the Apprentice Program nationwide and facilitating the first round of Leadership training for the management teams.
“Amber has applied her experience and skills by focusing on improving processes and brings refreshing new ideas to the department, which strengthens West Star’s continued commitment to service excellence,” said Katie Johnson, Vice President, Human Resources.
“I am looking forward to providing ongoing support to our employees and listening to their feedback, ensuring a great work environment at West Star,” said Amber Kasting, Human Resources Manager, Midwest Region.
West Star is proud to have been voted the #1 Preferred MRO for six consecutive years from 2014-2019 in Professional Pilot Magazine's annual PRASE Survey. The survey first included the 'Most Preferred MRO' category in 2014 and West Star has won the #1 slot each year since its inception. West Star Aviation specializes in the repair and maintenance of airframes, engines and APUs, avionics installations and repair, major modifications, interior refurbishment, exterior paint, surplus avionics sales, accessory services and parts.
In addition to its primary facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; and Perryville, MO, West Star Aviation also maintains satellite facilities at Aspen-Pitkin County Airport in Aspen, CO; Chicago Executive Airport in Chicago, IL; Centennial Airport in Denver, CO; Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport in Houston, TX; Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport in Minneapolis, MN and Scottsdale Airport in Scottsdale, AZ. The company also provides complete FBO services for transient aircraft at its East Alton and Grand Junction facilities.
West Star Aviation is an industry leader in technical experience and expertise while providing world-class customer services in all the organization’s divisions. For more information visit www.weststaraviation.com or call 800-922-2421.
