Robert Spurbeck Jr.
Austin
Summary
Dedicated individual with a strong background in warehouse operations and customer service. Known for maintaining safety standards, streamlining workflows, and enhancing team performance to drive operational success. Detail-oriented professional with experience in operational support and quality control. Effective communication, ensuring efficient processes and exceptional customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrugator Helper
International Paper
Austin
03.2026 - 06.2026
- Ensured product quality by regularly checking dimensions and quality of cardboard to meet standards.
- Maintained production flow by coordinating with machine operators for real-time adjustments.
- Followed safety protocols to uphold a safe work environment and minimize incidents.
Forklift Operator
Material Control Systems
Waterloo
04.2025 - 03.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse, facilitating smooth logistics operations.
- Retrieved products from semi trailers and delivered to production lines, ensuring timely processing.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments, contributing to timely inventory management.
- Conducted regular safety checks on forklift equipment.
- Prepared products for production by cleaning and organizing them in designated areas. to support production movement, ensuring continuous workflow.
- Used operator systems called Wave to call out trailers and manage shipping, improving workflow accuracy.
Front Desk Assistant
Planet Fitness
Cedar Falls
10.2023 - 03.2026
- Welcomed large volume of guests and improved overall customer service.
- Assisted clients with sign-in and membership sign-up, contributing to positive customer experiences.
- Maintained facility cleanliness and stocked supplies, ensuring clients had necessary resources for machine cleaning.
- Replaced tanning bulbs and plexiglass on machines and tanning beds, ensuring optimal equipment functionality.
- Replaced tanning bulbs to ensure optimal equipment performance. and replaced plexiglass or other parts on machines and tanning beds to maintain equipment functionality.
Team Lead
Planet Fitness
Cedar Falls
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Organized regular team meetings to address project updates and resolve challenges.
- Assisted in setting team goals aligned with organizational objectives and values.
- Trained staff on customer service best practices and facility protocols to enhance service quality.
- Built strong rapport with customers and clients, contributing to increased member satisfaction.
- Took weekly inventory and ordered products to keep the gym stocked in cleaning and food supplies.
2nd shift lead
Material Control Systems
Waterloo
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures, fostering a culture of safety compliance.
- Modeled professional conduct and safety awareness, enhancing overall safety culture across facility grounds.
- Operated forklift to unload semi trailers of plastic and metal racks, facilitating seamless warehouse operations.
Forklift Operator
Aerotek
Waterloo
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments efficiently.
- Conducted regular safety checks on forklift equipment.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent workplace accidents.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth operations.
Closing Manager
Target
Mason City
09.2019 - 10.2021
- Oversaw team performance during peak hours, driving operational efficiency.
- Coordinated daily planning with leaders, facilitating smooth store operations overnight.
- Secured building by locking all entrances and activating alarm system nightly.
- Supported employees in achieving productivity targets and meeting daily goals.
Inventory Specialist
Best Buy
Mason City
10.2016 - 04.2019
- Researched, organized, and managed inventory documentation for improved filing efficiency.
- Completed daily paperwork to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Received and shipped products, supporting efficient warehouse operations.
- Executed daily warehouse duties to support overall team productivity.
- Assisted with customer service and stocked available products to enhance customer experience.
Asset Protection Specialist
Best Buy
Mason City
11.2015 - 04.2019
- Monitored store premises to detect theft and identify suspicious activities, enhancing overall security.
- Analyzed surveillance footage for potential security breaches.
- Developed reports on incident trends and loss prevention effectiveness.
- Trained staff on loss prevention policies and procedures.
- Trained new asset protection employees on policies and procedures to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
- Conducted custom tours of computer systems to identify and address hot spots within store.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mason City High School
Mason City, IA05-2002
Skills
- Product quality control
- Safety compliance
- Operational efficiency
- Inventory management
- Production support
- Dependable
- Team player
- Communication skills
Accomplishments
- Employee of the month twice at Best Buy
Timeline
Corrugator Helper
International Paper
03.2026 - 06.2026
Forklift Operator
Material Control Systems
04.2025 - 03.2026
Team Lead
Planet Fitness
10.2024 - 04.2025
2nd shift lead
Material Control Systems
06.2024 - 10.2024
Forklift Operator
Aerotek
01.2024 - 04.2024
Front Desk Assistant
Planet Fitness
10.2023 - 03.2026
Closing Manager
Target
09.2019 - 10.2021
Inventory Specialist
Best Buy
10.2016 - 04.2019
Asset Protection Specialist
Best Buy
11.2015 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Mason City High School