In the aftermath of a tornado that hit Garner Industries near Waverly, the company is facing significant challenges. The EF-3 tornado destroyed the company’s 115,000-square-foot building and caused injuries to three people. In addition to the building, the company’s machine tool, molding, and automation equipment were also destroyed in the natural disaster.
As a result of this disaster, Garner Industries had to lay off 62 employees. The CEO and president of the company, Scott McLain, announced this in a press release. While McLain acknowledged the difficulty of the situation and expressed his sympathies to those affected by the tornado, he emphasized that these layoffs were necessary for Garner Industries to continue its operations under these circumstances. He assured that affected employees would receive compensation and health benefits as they navigate through this challenging time.
Despite the destruction caused by the tornado, Garner Industries is making efforts to relocate its BinMaster product line to an alternate location in Lincoln. The company is working hard to move forward and ensure that its operations continue despite the setback caused by the natural disaster. The community surrounding Garner Industries has shown support during this challenging time, and the company is determined to overcome these challenges with their help.
The affected employees will be provided with support from Garner Industries in various ways such as community assistance, medical and mental health services, and opportunities for new employment. The company’s priority is not only to get back on track but also to help its employees recover from this devastating event.