General Laborer
Speedway Motors, Inc
Operations
Lincoln, NE, USA
Help Build the Future of High‑Performance Automotive Parts
Join the team that manufactures the parts powering Speedway’s hot‑rod and racing innovations. Our state-of-the-art, 75,000+ sq. ft. machining facility is built for precision, efficiency, and the kind of advanced manufacturing that’s shaping the next era of automotive performance.
We’re looking for a general laborer who will operate equipment to produce a variety of automotive parts as well as support various operations in the Machine Shop. If you’re ready to work with cutting‑edge equipment, build high-performance parts, and be part of a team driving the automotive industry forward, we’d love to meet you.
See us in action here
Here are the specifics:
- Operate machine shop machinery and equipment including mills, lathes, lasers, grinders, tubular benders, miters, tappers, drill presses or other equipment.
- Properly pack parts to prevent damage in shipping/transit.
- Disassemble and clean parts.
- Drive vehicles to deliver goods to the proper locations and vendors.
- Ability to operate forklifts to load and unload trucks and move goods around proficiently.
- Read job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.
- Cut, tap, grind, thread, sand, bend steel, aluminum, and brass material using cold saws, tube bender, sanders, drill press, tappers and other machine shop equipment and assemble component parts.
- Set-up, measure, level, inspect, and run tools and machines in the performance of various job orders.
- Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by job order; pushes button or depresses pedal to activate machine.
- Observes machine operation to detect machine malfunction and inspects parts for defects.
- Removes burrs, sharp edges, and any imperfections from work piece.
- Performs minor machine maintenance such as cleaning, oiling machines, dies, or jigs.
- Complies with safety regulations and maintains clean and orderly work areas.
- Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
- Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow through on commitments.
- Embrace and live out Speedway Motors core values.
- Adapt to changing priorities and demonstrate flexibility in a dynamic work setting.
- Seek opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth.
Schedule
First Shift: Monday–Thursday | 6:00AM-4:30PM
What you’ll need to succeed in this position:
- At least 18 years of age.
- Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language.
- Must be able to read technical manuals, blueprints and various documents.
- Able to operate forklift equipment.
- Strong technical skills including electrical, mechanical and construction a plus.
- Must be able to follow detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
- Is familiar with machine shop equipment.
- Able to communicate effectively through written and verbal communication.
- High School diploma or GED required and 6 months of Machine Shop experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Preferred Experience:
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- Technical Education and 6 months of Machine Shop experience.
We’ll take care of you – here's how!
We put our employees first, and care about your well-being and personal life. From a competitive benefits package and 401k plan to growth opportunities, we have your best interest in mind, always.
- Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Continuing Education Reimbursement
- Wellness Program and Healthy Living Reimbursement
- Discount on Speedway Motors Product, Rent Discount for all Speedway Properties, and Referral Bonuses.
- Growth Opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave
- Four-Day Work Weeks
- Steel Toe Shoe and Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement, Uniforms are Supplied
Work Environment
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry <50 lbs. and rarely push/pull up to 100 lbs.
- Occasional walking and standing.
- Rare bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting.
- Occasional work above shoulder level and reach.
- Frequent pinching, grasping, fine manipulation with fingers and must be able to use power tools.
- Is knowledgeable in the procedures and safety measures in area(s) of specialty. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Occasional exposure to dust, dirt, steam, fumes-vapor and chemicals.
- Heated and air-conditioned indoor work as well as rare outdoor activities in varying weather conditions.
- Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts.
We believe strongly in our company values and live them out each day! We work together as One Team across all departments, Choose Positivity in everything we do, put People First, encourage speaking up because You Have a Voice, and above all else we are Driven to Succeed. If you can embrace these values and they align with how you work, then we’d love to chat with you! Please include your resume to help us get to know you better.
About Speedway Motors:
Speedway Motors is the oldest speed shop in the USA. We’re one of the biggest, too, and we help millions of car enthusiasts, racers, and gearheads create meaningful experiences they’ll remember forever. With their friends, with their families, and in their community. We take that mission seriously, and it brings exciting problems to solve. See us in action at: www.speedwaymotors.com.


