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Packaging company to add jobs in Ogden

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An Ogden packaging company is expanding, adding up to 40 jobs. Governor Andrew Cuomo announced this week that ProAmpac is building a 25,000 square-foot addition to its existing facility on Manitou Road.

The Collaboration & Innovation Center will focus on packaging development and design and will also host regional and global packaged goods companies and vendors for events and training.

Cincinnati-based ProAmpac is investing $8 million in the center. The company focuses on flexible packaging which includes items like bags, pouches, plastic film and paper.

Empire State Development is providing up to $1.35 million through a capital grant and through the Excelsior Jobs Program in exchange for job creation commitments. The New York Power Authority, Rochester Gas&Electric, Monroe County and Greater Rochester Enterprise are also assisting.

The project is expected to be completed by June 2021.

Randy Gorbman is WXXI's director of news and public affairs. Randy manages the day-to-day operations of WXXI News on radio, television, and online.