📢 Officer Rice Processing – HBL Zarai Services Pakistan
Who This Job Is For
Applications are open for an Officer Rice Processing HBL Zarai Pakistan position with locations in Gujranwala, Sahiwal, Faisalabad, and Karachi. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in rice milling operations and a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Food Science. This role is best suited for an Agriculture or Food Science graduate with 1-3 years of experience in rice milling operations. If you understand the technical aspects of paddy milling, have an eye for quality control, and take pride in producing consistent, high-quality rice for a national brand, this could be a great fit. HBL Zarai is a subsidiary of HBL, Pakistan’s largest bank, and operates under the “Khet Say Dastarkhwan” (Farm to Fork) model – ideal for someone who wants to work with a professionally managed, well-funded agri-business.
💼 Key Details
🔗 Job Description
HBL Zarai Services Limited is a pioneer agricultural extension services company in Pakistan, established in 2024 through a collaboration between HBL and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) . The company operates Zarai Deras (integrated agri-support hubs) and Zarai Dost retail shops across Punjab and Sindh, offering farmers everything from agronomy advisory to crop procurement under one roof .
The Officer – Rice Processing will supervise paddy milling, grading, and packaging operations to ensure efficient production and consistent rice quality for HBL Zarai’s ANAAJ retail brand . You will monitor milling recovery rates, maintain production records, and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Ensure production targets and quality specifications for rice products are achieved
- Monitor milling recovery rates and optimize paddy utilization to improve yield
- Maintain daily processing records, recovery sheets, and operational reports
- Monitor segregation of head rice, broken rice, bran, and husk during processing
- Ensure smooth operation of milling and coordinate with plant teams when required
- Ensure compliance with food safety standards, operational SOPs, and workplace safety requirements
✅ Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Food Science, or related field |
| Experience | 1–3 years in rice milling operations |
| Skills | Rice milling process understanding, recovery monitoring, production record management, quality assurance compliance, operational discipline |
| Location | Willing to work in Gujranwala, Sahiwal, Faisalabad, or Karachi |
💼 What They Offer
💡 My Application Tips
- Highlight your experience with specific rice milling machinery and processes
- Mention any achievements in improving milling recovery rates or reducing broken rice percentage
- Emphasize your understanding of different rice varieties (Basmati vs. non-Basmati) and their milling characteristics
- Show examples of how you’ve maintained production records and operational reports
🎯 Why This Job Matters (My Analysis)
HBL Zarai Services is not just another agri-company – it is a strategic initiative backed by HBL, Pakistan’s largest bank, and the Aga Khan Development Network . For a rice processing professional, this means working with a company that has structured procurement, quality standards, and market access – not just a small mill. HBL Zarai has been approved by the State Bank of Pakistan as an Agricultural Services Provider under the Digital Farm Loan Programme, giving them unique access to financing and scale . The company is expanding its Zarai Dera network across Punjab and Sindh . For someone with rice milling experience, this role offers a chance to work with professionally managed systems, build quality assurance expertise, and potentially grow into production management as the company expands its ANAAJ brand nationwide.skills, this could lead to territory manager or regional manager positions.
📝 How to Apply
📝 Apply now through HBL Zarai Services’ application portal.
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