Food Technologist Jobs in New Mexico

Food Technologist jobs in New Mexico are steadily active, with demand concentrated in food and beverage manufacturing, agricultural processing, and chile and specialty crop industries that define the state's production economy. Most hiring clusters in Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Santa Fe, where established employers like ConAgra Brands, Bueno Foods, and New Mexico State University's food science programs maintain lasting operations. Quality assurance, product development, and regulatory compliance are the specialties appearing most consistently in New Mexico listings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles28
Top employerPopeyes
Top cityAlbuquerque, NM
Cities hiring17
Work type100% On-site
Top industryFood

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Trinity Services Group, Inc.
Food Service Director
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Trinity Services Group, Inc.
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Food Service Director
Trinity Services Group, Inc.
Estancia, New Mexico
Accounting
Business Operations
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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ELIOR GROUP
Food Service Director - NEX
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Food Service Director - NEX
ELIOR GROUP
Roswell, New Mexico
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$24 - $26/hr
HACCP Certification
10,000+

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Popeyes
Fast-Food Restaurant General Manager
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Fast-Food Restaurant General Manager
Popeyes
Hobbs, New Mexico
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$48k - $55k/yr

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Popeyes
Fast-Food Restaurant General Manager
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Fast-Food Restaurant General Manager
Popeyes
Roswell, New Mexico
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$50k - $65k/yr

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Popeyes
Fast-Food Restaurant General Manager Alamogordo
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Fast-Food Restaurant General Manager Alamogordo
Popeyes
Alamogordo, New Mexico
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Project & Program Management
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Food Technologist Jobs by City in New Mexico

Where New Mexico roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Albuquerque
4 jobs
Santa Fe
3 jobs
Las Cruces
3 jobs
Alto
2 jobs
Clovis
2 jobs
Roswell
2 jobs
Farmington
2 jobs
Hobbs
1 job
Deming
1 job

Food Technologist Job Market in New Mexico

A snapshot from current New Mexico openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Popeyes
Popeyes9 open roles
ELIOR
ELIOR4 open roles
Dennis
Dennis2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Food & Beverage

What New Mexico Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in food technologist jobs across New Mexico.

  • Bachelor's degree in food science, food technology, or a closely related field required
  • Hands-on experience with food safety programs including HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Familiarity with FDA and USDA regulatory compliance standards for food production
  • Experience with sensory evaluation, product formulation, or quality control testing
  • Proficiency with laboratory equipment and documentation in a food manufacturing environment
  • Strong written communication skills for technical reports and regulatory submissions

Food Technologist Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a food technologist in New Mexico?

New Mexico does not require a state-issued license specifically for food technologists, so the path centers on education and credentials. A bachelor's degree in food science or a related discipline is the standard entry point. Many New Mexico employers, particularly in food manufacturing and processing, also value Preventive Controls Qualified Individual certification through a FSPCA-accredited course, which aligns with federal food safety rules enforced in the state.

Which companies hire food technologists in New Mexico?

New Mexico food technologist roles are posted by Popeyes, ELIOR, and Dennis and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. New Mexico's concentration of chile processing, dairy, and specialty food manufacturers means openings appear across both large production facilities and smaller regional producers tied to the state's agricultural identity.

Which New Mexico cities have the most food technologist jobs?

Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces hold the most food technologist openings in New Mexico. Albuquerque leads as the state's largest metro and home to its biggest food manufacturing and distribution operations, while Las Cruces benefits from proximity to New Mexico State University's agricultural research base and the chile and dairy industries concentrated in the Mesilla Valley.

Are there remote food technologist jobs in New Mexico?

Yes, but they're rare. Food technologist work is largely hands-on, requiring lab access, production floor presence, and sensory evaluation that cannot be done remotely. About 0% of food technologist openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how limited off-site options are in this field. The tasks most suited to remote work are regulatory writing, documentation review, and data analysis.

How can I get hired as a food technologist in New Mexico with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a quality assurance technician or lab technician role at one of New Mexico's food manufacturing facilities, which routinely hire candidates with a food science degree and no prior industry experience. New Mexico State University's food technology and agricultural programs place students directly with regional employers through internships and cooperative arrangements. Earning a FSPCA Preventive Controls Qualified Individual certificate before applying gives early-career candidates a concrete credential that separates them from other applicants.

Where can I find and apply to food technologist jobs in New Mexico?

You can find and apply to food technologist jobs in New Mexico on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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