William Rengel
All American Seasonings, Inc
Denver,CO
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Dynamic and results-driven leader with a robust background in strategic management and organizational growth. Expertise in crafting and executing impactful business strategies, optimizing processes, and enhancing team performance to achieve exceptional results. Recognized for adaptability and effective collaboration, consistently delivering measurable outcomes in fast-paced environments. Strong communication and problem-solving skills complement a commitment to fostering a productive and positive team culture.
Work History
Director, Quality Assurance and Research & Development
4 Years 6 Months- Direct management of Quality Assurance, Research & Development and Sanitation departments; oversee Third Party Audits, Customer Audits and Internal Audits
- Successful ideation, development and commercialization of over 350 products during tenure at All American Seasonings, driving over $3M in incremental revenue yearly
- Presentations to C-level executives and customers to drive alignment, understanding and scientific development on new products and improvements to existing products
- Implemented companywide project management and corrective action dashboard to prioritize projects, ensure timely completion of projects, track progress and KPI analysis
- Leadership of weekly companywide Upper Management Strategic Touchbase to align cross-functionally and drive strategic change, troubleshoot potential issues and aid in continuous improvement
- Led department heads and team members by providing supervision, mentorship, and training through a flexible management style, as well as conducting quarterly reviews and weekly one-on-one touch bases.
- Safe Quality Food (SQF) Advanced Practitioner and Preventive Controls Qualified Individual. Past last SQF Level 2 Audit with a score of 100
Director of Research & Development
6 Years 1 Month- Management of Research & Development team on wide array of products; including sports nutrition, beverages, meat analogs, electrolyte beverages, bakery mixes, snack seasonings, breading/coating systems, soups, salad dressings, marinades, topical seasoning blend and many more
- Developed sports nutrition program though scientific research and focused expertise, driving incremental revenue in a previously untapped market
- Oversee formulation and distribution of over 600 samples per year to customers; including new products, matching projects & revisions to existing samples
- Applied in-depth knowledge of manufacturing equipment and processes to transition projects from sample through pilot run to successful commercialization.
- Developed sports nutrition program through scientific research and focused expertise, driving incremental revenue in a previously untapped market
- Managed regulatory compliance and documentation for FDA, USDA, and Health Canada, including ingredient statements, nutritional facts panels, bioengineered/GMO statements, range breakdowns, and allergen statements.
- Supervise sourcing of primary and secondary suppliers and vendors though RFP management, costing, negotiation and availability and quality specifications
Research & Development Food Scientist
2 Years 2 Months- Formulation of a wide variety of commercially successful new products including bakery mixes, snack seasonings, meat/sausage seasonings, salad dressings and soups
- Evaluated, tested, and analyzed competitor products to inform product development strategy
- Collaborated with PhD scientist to develop and qualify a hydration product for distribution at the 2016 Summer Olympic Games in Rio and 2020 Games in Japan
- Trained on ribbon blenders, bowl mixers, form fill machines, check weighers, and metal detectors to enhance manufacturing operations
Research & Development Laboratory Supervisor
7 Months- Analyzed, selected, implemented, and developed methods for UPLC to analyze amino acids, enabling in-house processing and reducing production time
- Developed ready-to-drink high-protein gel by balancing flavor with processing and shelf-life requirements
- Direction and management of rewriting of the laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures
Education
Masters - Food Science
Bachelor of Arts - Molecular, Cellular, & Development Biology
Skills
Project Management
New Product Development
Matching Competitor/Existing Products
Product Commercialization
Cost Reduction Strategies
Team Coaching & Development
Market Research & Trend Reports
Cross-functional Management
Strategic planning
FDA
USA
Health Canada Regulations
Regulatory Compliance Management
Food Safety & Quality Assurance
Certification
International HACCP Alliance Certified
Preventative Controls Qualified Individual
SQF Practitioner Level 2
Timeline
Director, Quality Assurance and Research & Development
All American Seasonings, Inc
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
Director of Research & Development
All American Seasonings, Inc
04.2016 - 05.2022Read More
Research & Development Food Scientist
All American Seasonings, Inc
02.2014 - 04.2016Read More
Research & Development Laboratory Supervisor
Glanbia Nutritionals
01.2013 - 08.2013Read More
University of Colorado
Bachelor of Arts from Molecular, Cellular, & Development Biology
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Kansas State University
Masters from Food Science
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