Applicant Privacy Policy-Phoenix Mecano 

Effective Date/most recent update: April 14, 2025
At Phoenix Mecano, we value the privacy of every individual who seeks employment with our organization. This Privacy Policy outlines how our Human Resources Department collects, uses, and protects personal information during the recruitment and hiring process for our manufacturing operations.

  

1. Scope of the Policy

This policy applies to all individuals applying for employment: permanent, temporary, full-time, part-time, contract, or apprenticeship—at any of our locations.

  

2. Information We Collect

During the recruitment process, we may collect and process the following personal data:

  • Identification Information: Full name, home address, phone number, email, date of birth.
  • Employment & Education History: Resume/CV, employment history, education details, certifications relevant to manufacturing roles (e.g., forklift license, safety training).
  • Job-Related Information: Position applied for, availability, shift preferences, interview records, reference checks.
  • Government-Issued Information: National ID, Social Security Number, tax identification number (where required for legal compliance).
  • Pre-employment Screening Data: Drug testing results, background check reports
  • Optional Demographic Information: Gender, race/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status—collected only when legally permitted and voluntarily disclosed.

  

3. How We Use Applicant Data

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • Evaluating your qualifications and suitability for the position applied for.
  • Scheduling and conducting interviews or assessments.
  • Preparing job offers and employment contracts.
  • Maintaining records of hiring activity for auditing and reporting.

  

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

  • Your consent (where applicable).
  • Our legitimate interest in managing our recruitment process.
  • Compliance with legal and regulatory obligations under labor laws, health and safety rules, and anti-discrimination laws.

  

5. Sharing of Applicant Information

We may share your personal data with:

  • Internal HR staff and hiring managers.
  • Third-party service providers conducting background checks, drug screening, or recruitment assessments.
  • Government agencies or regulatory authorities, where legally required.

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.

  

6. Data Security and Retention

We use physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your personal information. Applicant data is stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel.

If you are not hired, we may retain your information for up to 12 months to consider you for future opportunities, unless you request deletion sooner.

  

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access or request a copy of your personal data.
  • Request correction or deletion of your data.
  • Object to certain types of data processing.
  • Withdraw your consent (where applicable).

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hr@pm-usa.com.

  

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our careers page or communicated during the application process.

  

9. Contact Us

For questions about this policy or your personal data, please contact:

Human Resources Department
Phoenix Mecano

hr@pm-usa.com

301-228-3303