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Rasch takes management role at West Star
West Star's East Alton quality and accountable manager Todd Rasch Rasch started his career as a jet engine mechanic in the Air Force and has over 35 years of aviation experience, including eight as chief inspector.
Todd Rasch is looking forward to applying his skills to his new role.

West Star Aviation has promoted Todd Rasch to quality/accountable manager at its East Alton, Illinois facility.

Rasch started his career as a jet engine mechanic in the Air Force and currently has over 35 years of aviation experience, including eight years as chief inspector at West Star and previously at Midcoast and Avmats.

“We recognise great talent and strives to promote internally, so we are excited for the opportunity to have Todd advance to a management position, where he can continue to apply his many years of experience to our valued customers and quality team members at ALN,” says Gary Schandl, director of quality assurance.

“It's very important in these times to have a stable company to work for and the ability to apply my skills. I look forward to growing with the team and company for many years to come,” adds Rasch.

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