Richard Mullis
Frostproof,FL
Summary
Dynamic Plant Manager with a strong background in team supervision and goal setting. Recognized for optimizing workflow efficiency and enhancing productivity in fertilizer production processes. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and fostering employee motivation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Diamond R Fertilizer
Okeechobee, Florida
08.2026 - Current
- Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Established goals for improving productivity, product quality, safety standards.
- Collaborated with staff to optimize workflow efficiency on the production floor.
- Maintained equipment and ensured proper functioning for safety compliance.
- Assisted with daily operations of fertilizer production processes.
Plant Manager
Ben Hill Griffin
Frostproof, Florida
08.2025 - 07.2026
- Planned, directed and coordinated operations for production, machinery and processing within company policies and procedures.
- Monitored plant performance metrics, such as throughput, quality, cost, and safety.
- Oversaw employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Supervised team members across multiple departments within the plant environment.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Assisted with daily operations of fertilizer production processes.
- Learned safety protocols for handling hazardous materials in the facility.
Harvest Supervisor
Ben Hill Griffin Inc
Frostproof, Florida
08.2008 - 08.2025
- Supervised harvest operations to ensure timely and efficient crop collection.
- Coordinated daily work schedules for harvest crew to optimize productivity.
- Communicated expectations clearly with field workers throughout each stage of the harvest.
- Performed daily inspections of fields prior to commencement of harvesting operations.
- Maintained accurate records of harvests including yields, weights, and quality reports.
- Collaborated with logistics teams to streamline transport of harvested crops.
- Managed inventory of supplies required for successful completion of each harvest cycle.
- Communicated with management regarding workforce needs and production goals.
- Adhered to environmental standards and implemented regulations into practical application to optimize production and protect stock.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frostproof Middle Senior High School
Frostproof, FL05-2004
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Production planning
- Performance monitoring
- Budget management
- Team supervision
- Goal setting
- Goal-driven
- Employee motivation
- Effective communication
Timeline
Plant Manager
Diamond R Fertilizer
08.2026 - Current
Plant Manager
Ben Hill Griffin
08.2025 - 07.2026
Harvest Supervisor
Ben Hill Griffin Inc
08.2008 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Frostproof Middle Senior High School