Choke Setter jobs in Augusta, GA

Choke Setter ensures that logs are properly attached and fastened to vehicle for transportation. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent with 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Being a Choke Setter has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Additionally, Choke Setter works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Assembly Setter - Type 5
  • JTEKT North America
  • Sylvania, GA FULL_TIME
  • TITLE Assembly Setter   COMPANY JTEKT North America DEPARTMENT 73- Type 5 Assembly   LOCATION Sylvania Georgia Facility CLASSIFICATION Hourly   REPORTS TO Team Leader/Supervisor Grade 5   REVISION DATE 04/12/2024______________ Shift 3rd (8pm-6am)     Summary/Purpose   Follows detailed procedures for removing and installing tooling as required to assemble various bearings.  Must troubleshoot machines and related tooling to produce parts that meet specifications.   Essential Duties and Accountabilities:   Maintain and continuously improve 5S within the department. Set-up assembly machines accurately and in a timely manner to produce quality parts at or above the standard PPM rate. Modify assembly machine recipes, with allowable limits, as required to achieve proper part specifications. Perform minor modifications to tooling as required to achieve proper part specifications. Adjust as needed to ensure that machines continue to produce quality parts at or above the standard PPM rate, for the duration of the run. Understand and react properly to metallurgical properties of bearings produced by the assembly machines. Operate assembly machines while operators are on break, or as otherwise required. Set-up and operate gauges to measure parts, ensuring parts are being produced to specifications. Troubleshoot machines and tooling to fix problems with non-conforming product. Make timely decisions regarding quality problems according to established Stop-Call-Wait procedures. Submit suggestions to drive continuous improvement of quality and efficiency. Direct operators as needed in the absence of the team leader or technician. Operate the Shinsen Jig Market as required. Work to continuously improve changeover times, without negatively impacting part quality or machine PPM rate. Determine whether quality issues are the result of incoming components or are internal to the department and react accordingly.   Supervisory Responsibilities:   No supervisory responsibilities   Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:   Must possess excellent mechanical skills including ability to skillfully operate various tools and machinery. Must possess strong logical problem solving skills. Must have strong mathematical skills in regards to computations involving decimals and fractions. Must have effective written and oral communication skills.  Must be capable of multi-tasking. Must be a self-motivated individual capable of working with minimal supervision. Must be willing to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as required. Must have demonstrated strong work ethic and evidence of continuous improvement in past job performance. Must have a team oriented attitude and have demonstrated a willingness to do what is best for the company.   Education and Experience:   High School Diploma or GED required Previous job related mechanical experience is required (Assessment will be given) Compliance and Ethics:  Ensure JTEKT compliance and ethics standards are maintained in all areas of responsibility. Safeguard Compliance by following all laws, rules, and regulations.  Make ethical choices when planning course of action   Work Environment/Physical Demands: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Work is performed in a normal manufacturing area. This position has an exposure to moderate noise levels, moving mechanical parts, electrical power distribution and controls, compressed air systems, hydraulic systems, steam distribution and generation, water, various types of lubricants, chemical and wash baths, extreme heat, mechanical machine operation, etc. Will be regularly required to climb, stand, sit, and reach with hands, fingers, and arms.  Occasional stooping, kneeling, and crouching are required. This position requires regular lifting of work up to 40 pounds, and push or pulling work up to 125 pounds with proper equipment Employee may perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned At JTEKT, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Press Setter Operator
  • JTEKT North America
  • Sylvania, GA FULL_TIME
  • TITLE Setter Operator COMPANY JTEKT North America DEPARTMENT Press -30 LOCATION Sylvania Georgia Facility CLASSIFICATION Hourly REPORTS TO Press Supervisor GRADE 6/4 (Transition) REVISION DATE 04/12/2...
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OD Grind Setter
  • JTEKT North America
  • Sylvania, GA FULL_TIME
  • TITLE OD Grind Setter COMPANY JTEKT North America DEPARTMENT OD Grind - 50 LOCATION Sylvania Georgia Facility CLASSIFICATION Hourly REPORTS TO Grind Supervisor/Team Leader GRADE 5 REVISION DATE 01/12/...
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*Lucrative Sales Career With Renewal Income *NO COLD CALLING! and No Prior Experience Necessary*
  • TAG
  • Augusta, GA
  • Job Description Job Description The Assurance Group (www.assuregrp.com) is looking for the right person to fill a consul...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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*Lucrative Sales Career With Renewal Income *NO COLD CALLING! and No Prior Experience Necessary*
  • TAG
  • Augusta, GA
  • Job Description Job Description The Assurance Group (www.assuregrp.com) is looking for the right person to fill a consul...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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*Consultive Insurance Career - NO COLD CALLING - Renewal Income - FREE Warm Leads and No Prior Exper
  • TAG
  • Blythe, GA
  • Job Description Job Description The Assurance Group (www.assuregrp.com) is looking for the right person to fill a consul...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Georgia Local Coordinator (International Students)
  • Greenheart Exchange
  • Augusta, GA
  • Job Description Job Description PART-TIME 1099 Independent Contractor - Remote Work Opportunity - HOWEVER - Even though ...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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*Consultive Insurance Career - NO COLD CALLING - Renewal Income - FREE Warm Leads and No Prior Exper
  • TAG
  • Blythe, GA
  • Job Description Job Description The Assurance Group (www.assuregrp.com) is looking for the right person to fill a consul...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Georgia Local Coordinator (International Students)
  • Greenheart Exchange
  • Augusta, GA
  • Job Description Job Description PART-TIME 1099 Independent Contractor - Remote Work Opportunity - HOWEVER - Even though ...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Consultative Sales Role - No Cold Calling - Warm Leads - Training Provided
  • TAG
  • Augusta, GA
  • Job Description Job Description The Assurance Group (www.assuregrp.com) is looking for the right person to fill a consul...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Consultative Sales Role - No Cold Calling - Warm Leads - Training Provided
  • TAG
  • Augusta, GA
  • Job Description Job Description The Assurance Group (www.assuregrp.com) is looking for the right person to fill a consul...
  • 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Augusta, Georgia

Augusta is located on the Georgia/South Carolina border, about 150 miles (240 km) east of Atlanta and 70 miles (110 km) west of Columbia. The city is located at 33°28′12″N 81°58′30″W / 33.47000°N 81.97500°W / 33.47000; -81.97500 (33.470, −81.975). According to the United States Census Bureau, the Augusta–Richmond County balance has a total area of 306.5 square miles (793.8 km2), of which 302.1 square miles (782.4 km2) is land and 4.3 square miles (11.1 km2) (1.42%) is water. Augusta is located about halfway up the Savannah River on the fall line, which creates a number of small falls on the...
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Income Estimation for Choke Setter jobs
$38,179 to $45,909
Augusta, Georgia area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
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What does a Choke Setter do?

Choke Setter in Queens Village, NY
Choke setters fasten steel cables or chains, known as chokers, around logs to be skidded (dragged) by tractors or forwarded by the cable-yarding system to the landing or deck area, where the logs are separated by species and type of product.
February 15, 2020
Choke Setter in Kingsport, TN
New chokers are safer, quicker and thus more productive.
January 22, 2020