Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc.

Applicant Privacy Policy

Revision Date: November 3, 2026


1. Purpose

Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc. ("Ahaus," "we," "our," or "us") respects the privacy of all individuals seeking employment with our organization. We are committed to protecting applicant information and maintaining confidentiality throughout the recruitment and hiring process.

This policy explains how personal information is collected, used, maintained, and protected when individuals apply for employment through our careers website, Paylocity recruiting platform, or other recruitment channels.


2. Information We Collect

As part of the recruitment process, Ahaus may collect the following information:

  • Personal contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address.
  • Employment history, education, qualifications, skills, and certifications.
  • Résumés, cover letters, references, and application responses.
  • Interview scheduling information, communications, and evaluations.
  • Other information voluntarily provided or lawfully obtained in connection with employment consideration.

Our recruiting platform may also automatically collect certain technical information, such as IP addresses, browser information, and cookies necessary for website functionality and related services.


3. How We Use Your Information

Ahaus collects and uses applicant information solely for legitimate recruitment, hiring, and employment-related purposes, including:

  • Evaluating qualifications and reviewing applications.
  • Communicating with candidates about employment opportunities.
  • Scheduling interviews and coordinating the hiring process.
  • Conducting authorized employment-related screenings and verifications.
  • Maintaining legally required recruitment records.
  • Completing employment-related processes when an applicant is hired.

Applicant information is not used by Ahaus for unrelated marketing, advertising, or commercial purposes.


4. Information Sharing and Privacy

Ahaus does not sell, rent, or trade applicant personal information.

Applicant information is accessible only to authorized Ahaus team members who have a legitimate business need to participate in the recruitment or hiring process.

Ahaus utilizes Paylocity as its applicant tracking and recruiting platform. Paylocity processes and stores applicant information on behalf of Ahaus to support job applications, candidate communications, and interview scheduling.

Information may also be disclosed to authorized employment-related service providers or when required by applicable law. Ahaus does not otherwise disclose applicant information for unrelated commercial purposes.


5. Data Security

Ahaus takes reasonable measures to safeguard applicant information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Applicant information maintained through Paylocity is subject to applicable security practices and protections associated with that platform.

6. Information Retention

Applicant information is retained for legitimate recruitment, hiring, and recordkeeping purposes in accordance with applicable laws and company practices.

Information will be securely disposed of when it is no longer required, subject to applicable legal and operational requirements.


7. Applicant Rights

Applicants may contact Ahaus Human Resources with questions about their personal information or to request corrections to information submitted during the hiring process.

Requests regarding access to or deletion of applicant information will be evaluated in accordance with applicable legal requirements and record retention obligations.


8. Third-Party Recruiting Platform

Ahaus uses Paylocity to facilitate its online recruitment and hiring activities. Applicants using the platform may also be subject to Paylocity's applicable privacy notices and technology practices.

Additional information about Paylocity's privacy practices is available through its Privacy Center at www.paylocity.com.


9. Policy Updates

Ahaus may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in recruitment practices, technology, or legal requirements. The effective date will be updated when revisions are made.


10. Contact Information

Questions regarding this Applicant Privacy Policy may be directed to:


Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc.
Human Resources Department
Richmond, Indiana
www.ahaus.com

Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc. is committed to treating all applicant information with care, confidentiality, and respect throughout the hiring process.