Policies
1. Introduction
Forge Industrial Staffing (“Forge”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information provided by job applicants. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information during the hiring process.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
· Name, address, phone number, and email
· Employment history, qualifications, and references
· Work eligibility documentation
· Social Security Number (when required for lawful purposes such as background checks or employment onboarding)
3. How We Use Your Information
Your personal information is used for legitimate business purposes, including:
· Evaluating your qualifications for employment
· Verifying your identity and eligibility to work
· Conducting background checks and screenings (where permitted by law and with appropriate authorization)
· Facilitating onboarding, payroll, and tax reporting if hired
4. Data Sharing
Forge may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers as necessary to support the hiring process, including:
· Background screening providers
· Payroll and onboarding systems
· Technology platforms used to manage applications
All third parties are required to maintain appropriate safeguards to protect your information.
5. Data Security
Forge implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information, including:
· Restricting access to authorized personnel
· Maintaining secure systems and data storage
· Utilizing encryption and secure transmission methods where appropriate
· Securely disposing of personal information when no longer needed
6. Data Retention
Forge retains applicant information only for as long as necessary to fulfill hiring, legal, and business obligations. Information that is no longer required will be securely deleted or destroyed.
7. Your Acknowledgment and Consent
By submitting an application, you acknowledge that your personal information will be collected and used for employment-related purposes as described in this notice.
Where required by law, Forge will obtain separate written authorization for background checks or other sensitive screenings.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Where permitted by applicable law, you may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us using the information below.
9. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Notice or how your information is handled, please contact:
Forge Industrial Staffing
5011 28th St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
616.285.6860 privacyinquiry@forgestaff.com
10. Legal Alignment
This Privacy Notice is designed to align with applicable privacy and data protection laws, including:
· Michigan Social Security Number Privacy Act
· Michigan Identity Theft Protection Act
· Indiana Social Security Number Confidentiality Law
· Indiana Data Disposal Law
· Indiana Security Breach Notification Law
- Introduction
Forge Industrial Staffing (“Forge,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of individuals who interact with our website, advertisements, and marketing communications.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information obtained through our website, digital marketing efforts, email communications, and SMS/text messaging programs.
- Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Information You Provide Directly
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Employment interests or inquiries
- Any information submitted through forms, applications, or communications
- Information Collected Automatically
When you interact with our website or advertisements, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring URLs
- Ad engagement data (clicks, impressions, interactions)
- Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies, including tools provided by platforms such as:
- Meta (Facebook/Instagram)
These technologies help us:
- Understand user behavior
- Measure ad performance
- Deliver relevant marketing content
- How We Use Your Information
We use personal information for legitimate business purposes, including:
- Responding to inquiries and providing requested information
- Delivering marketing communications (email and SMS, where permitted)
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Measuring and optimizing advertising performance
- Supporting recruiting and staffing-related outreach
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
- Email Communications
By providing your email address, you may receive communications from Forge related to:
- Job opportunities
- Company updates
- Marketing or promotional content
You may opt out of marketing emails at any time by:
- Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email, or
- Contacting us directly
We comply with applicable email marketing laws, including the CAN-SPAM Act.
- SMS/Text Messaging (A2P & 10DLC Compliance)
Consent to Receive Messages
By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS/text messages from Forge, which may include:
- Job opportunities and assignment updates
- Application or onboarding reminders
- Customer support or follow-up messages
- Occasional marketing communications (where permitted)
Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary depending on your interaction with our services.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying:
STOP
You may also request assistance by replying:
HELP
Additional Disclosures
- Message and data rates may apply
- Consent is not a condition of employment or purchase
- We do not share or sell SMS opt-in data with third parties for marketing purposes
- Data Sharing
Forge does not sell personal information.
We may share personal information with trusted third-party service providers as necessary to operate our business, including:
- Advertising platforms (e.g., Google, Meta, LinkedIn)
- CRM and applicant tracking systems
- Email and SMS communication platforms
- Analytics and website hosting providers
All service providers are contractually required to safeguard personal information and use it only for authorized purposes.
- Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including:
- Responding to inquiries
- Maintaining business and marketing records
- Complying with legal obligations
When personal information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or de-identified.
- Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
- Your Rights and Choices
You may have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your information (where applicable)
- Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
- Third-Party Links and Services
Our website and communications may contain links to third-party websites or services. Forge is not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.
- Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
- Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Forge Industrial Staffing
privacyinquiry@forgestaff.com
- Legal Compliance
This Privacy Policy is designed to align with applicable U.S. privacy and communications laws, including:
- CAN-SPAM Act
- Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)
- A2P 10DLC Messaging Requirements
- Applicable state privacy and data protection laws