About Us

Built on Decades of Experience.

For over 30 years, G&S Machine Shop has been a local, family-owned business built around the people in it. It’s a shop where everyone knows each other, works closely together, and takes the time to do things right. Our team brings hands-on experience in engine machining, cylinder head work, engine rebuilds, and mechanical repair—approaching every job with the same level of care and attention.

Lobby seating area inside G&S Machine Shop in Springdale, Arkansas

Why Customers Trust Us

Real Work. Real Experience.

What sets this place apart isn’t just the work, it’s the people behind it. Our team brings decades of hands-on experience, backed by skilled, well-trained technicians who are just as committed to doing the job right. Everyone here takes pride in what they do. There’s a level of understanding in this shop that only comes from time, repetition, and caring enough to get it right every single time.

Meet the Crew

Leadership & Long-Term Experience

What makes this place different is the people—their experience, work ethic, and the pride they take in what they do.

Owner of G&S Machine Shop

Greg

Just Here to Do the Work

Greg has always been someone who shows up and puts the work in. Early in his adult life, he attended Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology, where he spent three years building airplane engines. It was demanding, precise work, and it set the standard for the level of quality he’s held himself to ever since.

From the start, Greg knew he wanted to build something of his own. He went looking for hands-on experience wherever he could find it, eventually learning machine work under a close friend, Sam Weathers. He picked it up the old-fashioned way—by being in the shop, asking questions, and putting in the hours. From there, he kept working, kept learning, and put everything he had into building the business from the ground up.

At the shop, Greg keeps things simple: show up and do the work. He doesn’t chase attention or overcomplicate things—he just stays consistent and gets it done. He’s always been hands-on and never removed from the work itself. Outside the shop, he enjoys hunting and classic cars, with a particular appreciation for the ’67–’69 Camaros.

Face of the Shop

Beverly

The Heartbeat of This Place

After retiring from Boone Ritter Insurance in 2002, Beverly came in to help her son—and never left. What started as lending a hand quickly turned into a central role in keeping the shop running day to day. She stepped in fully, learning everything she could to support both the work and the people behind it.

She’s the first voice you hear and often the last one you talk to. Beverly has a natural way with people—she enjoys conversation, takes the time to listen, and makes sure everyone who walks through the door feels comfortable and taken care of. The familiar, welcoming feeling customers mention when they talk about the shop largely starts with her.

She may have “retired,” but she hasn’t slowed down. Beverly continues to show up every day, putting in the time and effort because the shop—and the people in it—matter to her. She plays a steady, behind-the-scenes role in keeping everything moving the way it should.

Machine Shop

The Crew Behind the Machine Work

These are the people who keep the machine shop moving day after day, bringing years of practical experience, specialty knowledge, and high standards to the work that leaves G&S.

Wizard - Master Machinist

Bobby

Has a Way of Figuring Things Out

Bobby has been around engines for as long as he can remember. He grew up around race cars, had one of his own early on, and never lost his curiosity for how things work. If it has an engine, Bobby wants to understand it—inside and out.

He’s been doing machine work for over 33 years, including more than two decades at G&S. Over that time, he’s built a level of experience that comes from hands-on work, problem-solving, and paying attention to the details others might miss.

Around the shop, Bobby is the one people turn to when something doesn’t add up—or when it needs to be done right. He has a steady way of working through problems and getting to the answer.

His experience and approach speak for themselves, and he plays a key role in the quality of work that comes out of the shop.

The Standard - Master Head Machinist

Steve

Old-School, Done Right

Steve has been around the car business his entire life, learning it early on from his father and gaining experience across both the automotive and concrete industries. He’s been at G&S for 19 years, bringing that same steady work ethic into the shop every day.

At the shop, Steve is the go-to for cylinder heads. He works quickly because he’s precise, and that precision comes from years of experience and attention to detail. He has a strong memory for the work and a consistent standard he sticks to—there aren’t many people left who approach head work the way he does.

Steve is Greg’s uncle and has been a key part of the shop for nearly two decades. He brings an old-school presence to the floor—focused when it’s time to work, but always friendly, straightforward, and someone people trust.

Block and Flywheel Specialist

Dakota

Built for the Heavy Work

Dakota is Greg’s oldest son, and he’s been around the shop for as long as he can remember. He grew up in it—watching, learning, and eventually stepping in alongside his dad. Six years in, he’s built a strong understanding of the work and his role in it.

He specializes in block work and flywheels, handling everything from boring and sleeving to cam bearings, freeze plugs, and surfacing. It’s work that takes both precision and strength, and Dakota has developed a natural feel for it.

Around the shop, he keeps things moving and doesn’t hesitate to jump in wherever he’s needed—especially when the job is heavy, awkward, or takes an extra set of hands. He also brings a steady sense of humor that helps keep the day moving.

Outside of work, Dakota spends most of his time hunting and fishing. It’s where he’s most at home and a big part of who he is.

The Apprentice

Jared

Already Proving He Belongs

Jared is one of the newer faces in the shop, but he has already shown that he belongs here. He stepped into head work with focus, determination, and the kind of willingness to learn that is hard to come by.

As a graduate of NWTI, Jared came in ready to work and eager to soak up knowledge. He asks good questions, stays curious, and keeps pushing himself to improve. That growth mindset shows up in the way he approaches the work every day.

The Journeyman - Crankshafts

Seth

A Natural Fit in the Shop

Seth is one of the newer additions to the crew, but he stepped in with real confidence and practical experience right away. He came to G&S with four years of hands-on crankshaft grinding knowledge and has been a natural fit in the machine shop from the start.

He brings a calm approach to the work and fits well with the standards already in place around him. Outside the shop, Seth is into drag racing and automotive performance, and that interest carries into the way he understands engine work.

Even as one of the newer faces, he has already become part of the rhythm of the shop and adds depth to the machine work side of the crew.

Mechanic Shop

The Crew That Keeps You Moving

The repair side of our shop is built on real experience and attention to detail. We take the time to understand what’s going on so it’s fixed properly, not just patched over.

Knows His Stuff - Master Mechanic

Miguel

Quiet. Sharp. Reliable.

Miguel started at G&S when he was 18 and has been here ever since. Over the years, he’s built a reputation for being steady, focused, and reliable—someone who shows up and handles what’s in front of him without hesitation.

He has a strong understanding of vehicles and a natural ability to diagnose issues quickly and accurately. Miguel doesn’t overcomplicate things—he finds the problem, fixes it, and keeps things moving.

That consistency is what people count on. Day in and day out, he delivers solid work, and both the shop and its customers rely on him.

Outside of work, Miguel keeps things just as grounded. He spends most of his time with his family and has a long-standing appreciation for classic cars and trucks.

The Index - Master Mechanic

Stephen

Walking Knowledge

Stephen has been working on cars since he was 14, learning early on alongside his dad. That hands-on start stuck with him, and over time it turned into something more than just work—it’s something he genuinely enjoys.

Around the shop, Stephen is known for his technical understanding. He doesn’t just know what to do—he understands why it works. That depth of knowledge shows up in the way he approaches problems and works through them.

He takes pride in what he does and puts in the time to get things right. Stephen is also a certified welder with a strong background in fabrication, and he especially enjoys building hot rods and the problem-solving that comes with them.

When something needs to be figured out or dialed in, Stephen brings a level of focus and knowledge that the people around him rely on.

What Sets Our Work Apart

Good People. Honest Work. Done Right.

Flawless machine work! Great shop. Honest. Miss Beverly is an angel in disguise. She is wonderful to deal with. If you are looking to rebuild an engine or have machine work done, look no further! Honesty pays. We have more work we will send their way!

- Deen Blessings