Garner Industries, a leading manufacturing company based in Lincoln, Nebraska, has announced that it will lay off 62 employees after a tornado destroyed its facility near Waverly. The CEO and president of Garner Industries, Scott McLain, made the announcement in a press release following the natural disaster that caused significant damage to the company’s 115,000-square-foot building.
The tornado, classified as an EF-3, not only destroyed the building but also resulted in 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.
McLain expressed his disappointment at the situation and emphasized that the layoffs were necessary for the company to continue its operations under these circumstances. He assured affected employees that they would receive compensation and health benefits as they navigated through this challenging time. Garner Industries is providing support by organizing community assistance, medical and mental health services, and opportunities for new employment for the affected workers.
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 the challenges it is currently facing.