2024 - a Year of Adversity — Overcome by Strength, Faith, and Hope
On December 26, 2023, the day after Christmas, a devastating fire tore through Jennerjahn Machine’s manufacturing facility in Matthews, Indiana. In a matter of hours, decades of hard work, craftsmanship, and progress were reduced to ashes. But even in those early moments of loss and uncertainty, one thing remained unshaken: our people, our purpose, and the belief that we would rise again—stronger than ever.
Within days, temporary office space was secured, operations resumed, and teams rolled up their sleeves—not just to rebuild a facility, but to restore the heart of Jennerjahn Machine. Through the generosity of the Matthews Community Center, unwavering leadership from the Jennerjahn family, and the tireless dedication of our employees, we moved forward one day at a time.
There were challenges, no doubt—but they were met with determination, teamwork, and faith. Six weeks after the fire, we were building machines again in a temporary facility. Four months in, the first machine was shipped. Over the next year, we would go on to ship 23 machines—all while designing and constructing a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility.
Throughout the process, we received incredible support from customers, vendors, community members, and friends. Your prayers, meals, messages, and encouragement reminded us we were never alone. You were part of our rebuild.
Today, we are proud to welcome you into our new home—a space built not just with steel and siding, but with resilience, loyalty, and hope. Thank you for standing with us.
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A Prayer for Jennerjahn Machine
The inspirational prayer that unified the employees of Jennerjahn Machine during the fire recovery process. Chris and Kristie Jennerjahn’s daughter Allie produced the video. She received her inspiration from a prayer that was prayed by employee Steve Zavattaro, and shows how God answered our prayers fully.