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GREENSBORO - ConvaTec, which makes medical devices, will expand its Greensboro operations and add 30 machine operators and mechanics, the Greensboro Economic Development Alliance said today.

The company will expand its ostomy wafer line and attract a new ostomy pouch operation to its plant at 211 American Ave.

ConvaTec plans to hire 30 machine operators and mechanics at an average wage of more than $44,000, according to a news release. The company will convert warehouse space to manufacturing and invest $19.55 million in machinery, equipment and building upfit.

"Securing this expansion here in Greensboro should help keep the local facility viable and growing for the longer term," said Dan Lynch, president of the Greensboro Economic Development Alliance.

In November, the Greensboro City Council approved a $255,000 economic incentive for ConvaTec. The company also received an economic incentive package from Guilford County worth $152,000.

ConvaTec is owned by Cidron Healthcare Limited and was previously a division of Bristol-Myers Squibb.