Under the exceptional leadership of [rank/name], the alternate who rose to the occasion, the Delta Troop TMDE program achieved unparalleled success. With unwavering dedication, they meticulously managed over 350 critical TMDE items, ensuring their operational readiness and surpassing all expectations. Their relentless efforts transformed the program from unsatisfactory to satisfactory in record time, impressively passing the ARMS inspection. Furthermore, their selflessness extended beyond their own section, providing exceptional support to other units. Their exceptional management saved over $50,000 worth of equipment, reinforcing the unit's operational effectiveness.
[rank/name] spearheaded the Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment program for SOCCENT where he diligently managed over 700 items requiring calibration for the Armament Sections. He streamlined the complex logistics of 120 gage sets across five locations, directly impacting the success of each Special Operations Forces - Maintenance Support Team. In addition, he saved the Army thousands of dollars by following the regulations and standard operating procedures for the proper care, storage, and transportation of all the TMDE items under his care. Finally, he implemented a scheduling system, in compliance with the Command Maintenance Discipline Program, that ensured calibration dates for identical tools were off-set, ensuring the mission readiness of three units.
Meritorious service while serving as TMDE Flight Chief, 18th Component Maintenance Command, 18th Maintenance Group, 18th Wing, Kadena AB, Japan. During this period, Sergeant Cress filled a Senior Master Sergeant billet and led the largest Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) in the PACOM area of responsibility to its fifth consecutive Air Force Metrology certification, an unprecedented accomplishment. His meticulous efforts supported over 10,000 critical maintenance actions and guided the Wing to its highest ever 99% equipment availability rate. Additionally, he conducted 20 no-notice inspections, evaluating 35 personnel and 178 equipment items, ensuring program compliance. Finally, as Component Maintenance Squadron self inspection manager, he audited 20 programs consisting of over 1,000 line items. His keen attention to detail was key in the 18th Wing recieving a Highly Effective mission execution rating during the 2017 PACAF Unit Effectiveness Inspection.
