Apprentice Program Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Apprentice Program Manager

Department: Maintenance Training

Reports To: Director of Technical Training

POSITION PURPOSE

Manage the direction and ensure the quality of the Kalitta Air's USDOL Approved Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Apprentice Program. Establish policies and procedures for the successful implementation of rules, work processes and completion of related training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for Apprentice Program Department processes. Must identify any changes that will enhance departmental process quality and submit Maintenance Program Revision Requests for applicable policy and procedure changes.
• Develop and maintain a training schedule that ensures apprentices receive all required training, including the latest Airman Certification Standards and Aviation Mechanic General, Airframe, and Powerplant Practical Test standards.
• Maintain the Kalitta Air Apprentice Program Manual information.
• Maintain a continuous interface with the maintenance & quality disciplines for the purpose of ensuring productivity and training concerns are addressed for assigned apprentices.
• Ensure that adequate apprentice records are established and maintained.
• Coordinate with the OJT Program and the Instruction/Development team to evaluate classroom instruction and practical skills measurements.
• Coordinate with the Instruction/Development team to analyze apprentice courses for effectiveness and/or applicability to current regulatory, company, and departmental policies and procedures.
• Interface with USDOL, Michigan Works, FAA, and other local agencies in the establishment and compliance of apprentice services, grant funding and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the apprentice curriculum by creating and implementing measures to track alignment to objectives and track outcomes.
• Responsible for all aspects of the Kalitta Air, LLC U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program and maintaining associated RAPIDS tracking system information.
• Perform any other duty as assigned by the Director of Technical Training.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED
• A, P or both Certification is preferred.
• Experience in aviation maintenance, technical operations, or related field.
• Ability to assess performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple trainers, tasks, and trainees simultaneously.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

The ability to read, write and understand English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Company can make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee will perform duties in an office and shop environments.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If you need reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call (734) 544-7010. Please include your contact information and details about posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

**If you cannot apply online, other accommodations can be made**

**Must be authorized to work in the United States**