Job Applicant Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 1, 2026
Company Name: Sequel Wire and Cable, LLC

1. Introduction

Sequel Wire and Cable, LLC ("Company," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information provided by job applicants. This Job Applicant Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal information during our recruitment and hiring processes.

By submitting an application or otherwise participating in our recruitment process, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

Information You Provide Directly

· Name, address, email address, and telephone number

· Resume, CV, cover letter, and employment history

· Educational background and qualifications

· Professional certifications and licenses

· References and reference contact information

· Salary expectations and compensation history (where permitted by law)

· Work authorization and immigration status

· Any other information you choose to provide during the application process

Information Collected During Recruitment

· Interview notes and assessments

· Skills test results

· Recruitment communications

· Background check information (where permitted by law and with appropriate notice or consent)

Information Collected Automatically

When applying through our online recruitment systems, we may collect:

· IP address

· Device and browser information

· Website usage data

· Application activity logs

3. How We Use Applicant Information

We use applicant information for legitimate business purposes, including:

· Evaluating qualifications and suitability for employment

· Processing applications and managing recruitment activities

· Communicating with applicants regarding employment opportunities

· Verifying employment eligibility and qualifications

· Conducting background checks, reference checks, and screening activities where legally permitted

· Improving our recruitment processes

· Maintaining records related to hiring decisions

· Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

· Defending against legal claims or exercising legal rights

4. Legal Basis for Processing (Where Applicable)

Where required by applicable law, we process applicant information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

· Performance of pre-employment steps requested by the applicant

· Compliance with legal obligations

· Legitimate business interests related to recruitment and workforce planning

· Applicant consent, where required

5. Sharing of Personal Information

We may share applicant information with:

· Human resources personnel and hiring managers

· Affiliates and subsidiaries within our corporate group

· Recruitment agencies and external recruiters

· Background screening providers

· Technology service providers supporting our recruitment systems

· Professional advisors, auditors, and legal counsel

· Government authorities or regulators when required by law

We do not sell applicants' personal information.

6. International Data Transfers

If applicant information is transferred to countries outside the applicant's country of residence, we will implement appropriate safeguards and comply with applicable data protection laws.

7. Data Retention

We retain applicant information only for as long as necessary to:

· Complete the recruitment process

· Maintain records required by law

· Resolve disputes and enforce legal rights

· Consider applicants for future employment opportunities, where permitted

Unless otherwise required by law, applicant information that does not result in employment may be retained for at least [12 months after the recruitment process concludes.

8. Security Measures

We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards designed to protect applicant information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

9. Applicant Rights

Depending on applicable law, applicants may have rights to:

· Access their personal information

· Correct inaccurate information

· Request deletion of personal information

· Restrict or object to certain processing activities

· Request data portability

· Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

· Submit complaints to a relevant regulatory authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

10. Equal Employment Opportunity Information

Where permitted by law, we may collect demographic information to support equal employment opportunity, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives or legal reporting obligations. Providing such information is voluntary unless otherwise required by applicable law.

This information will not be used in employment decisions except as permitted by law.

11. Cookies and Online Applications

If applicants use our careers website or applicant tracking system, cookies and similar technologies may be used to improve website functionality, monitor performance, and enhance the applicant experience. Additional details may be provided in our general Website Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Sequel Wire & Cable, LLC, HR Department

Email: hr@sequelwire.com 

Phone: 574.626.1515

Address: 151 Dewey St., Argos, IN 46501

Acknowledgment: By submitting an application, applicants acknowledge that they have read and understood this Job Applicant Privacy Policy.