ASHLEY — Graber Post Buildings, a leader in the post-frame and metal roofing industry, has announced a significant expansion that will bring its manufacturing expertise to Northeast Indiana. The company is currently constructing a 60,000-square-foot facility in Ashley, marking a major milestone for the Daviess County-based firm.
The new $12 million plant, located on H.L. Thompson Drive, is designed to streamline the production of metal panels and trim. By establishing this second location, Graber Post aims to provide faster production and more reliable turnaround times for customers throughout the northern Midwest.
Founded in 1973 by Glen Graber, the company began as a three-man Amish building crew. Over the last five decades, it has evolved from a small family operation into a powerhouse that has constructed more than 10,000 post-frame buildings and now employs over 300 people at its primary headquarters in Montgomery, Indiana.
The Ashley expansion represents the company’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for “barndominiums,” agricultural structures, and high-quality metal roofing.
The facility is expected to be fully operational by late 2026. While the initial opening is slated to create approximately 15 new positions, company officials indicated that they plan to scale up the workforce as production intensifies.
Graber Post Buildings plans to begin accepting applications for production positions at the Ashley location in the coming months.
The choice of Ashley as a second site was a strategic move to support the brand’s expanding operations while maintaining the community-focused atmosphere it is known for. Local leaders from DeKalb County and state representatives joined the company for a recent groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the project’s impact on the local economy.
Once completed, the 60,000-square-foot plant will serve as both a manufacturing hub and a distribution warehouse, making the company’s signature metal cladding and trim more accessible to contractors and DIY builders in the region.
