MUELLER INDUSTRIES, INC. HUMAN RESOURCE POLICY
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Subject: Applicant Privacy Policy&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
Effective Date: 07/2025
Organization: Mueller Industries, Inc.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 
Scope: All U.S. Locations
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Purpose
This Applicant Privacy Policy governs how we may collect, use, disclose, and retain personal information that may, from time to time, be submitted in connection with our application and recruiting processes, including via our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
This policy extends to all individuals who apply for employment with Mueller Industries, or any of its subsidiaries, through our ATS or who otherwise may submit personal information for purposes of seeking employment with us. &nbsp;It applies to applicants in all U.S. states, including those with specific data privacy regulations.
Collection &amp; Use
We may collect the following categories of candidate information during the application and recruitment processes:
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<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Identifiers: Name, address, phone number, email address, date of birth, Social Security number, driver&rsquo;s license or state ID number and other government-issued identifiers.</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Employment-related information: Work history, education, references, professional licenses, qualifications and certifications.</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Demographic data: &nbsp;Gender, race, ethnicity, veteran status and disability status (where voluntarily disclosed and permitted by law).</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Assessment data: &nbsp;Results of skills assessments or cognitive tests, personality profiles, or background checks (only with consent to the extent required by applicable law).</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Optional disclosures: &nbsp;Other information that may be voluntarily submitted, including cover letters, resumes, or salary expectations.</li>
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Use of Information
We may collect and use such information for the following business purposes:
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<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">To process your job application and evaluate your qualifications</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">To conduct interviews and communicate with you about the recruitment process</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">To verify your identity and eligibility to work</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">To conduct background and reference checks (with your consent to the extent required by applicable law)</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and reporting obligations (including with respect to the retention of applicant records)</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">To improve our recruiting practices and candidate experience</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">To promote equal opportunity (when data is voluntarily provided)</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">To protect the security and integrity of our systems and premises</li>
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Sources of Information
We may collect information directly from you and, as permitted by law, from:
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<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Third-party background check providers (with your authorization to the extent required by applicable law)</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Publicly available sources (e.g., LinkedIn, professional websites)</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Recruitment agencies or job boards used to submit your application</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Professional references you provide</li>
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Sharing of Information
We may share your information with:
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<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Internal personnel involved in the hiring process</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Service providers: &nbsp;Including ATS vendors, background check companies, and recruiting firms</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Legal authorities: &nbsp;To the extent required by law, regulation, subpoena, or court order</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Corporate affiliates: &nbsp;In connection with internal HR operations or reorganizations</li>
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Retention of Information
We retain applicant information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by applicable law. If you are not hired, we may retain your application for consideration for future opportunities, unless you request deletion.
Security Measures
We implement reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
California Residents
The below information supplements our general Applicant Privacy Policy and describes the categories of personal information we collect about California job applicants, the purposes for which we use the information, and your rights under California law.
Under the CPRA, California job applicants have the following rights:
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<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Right to Know: &nbsp;The right to request, up to 2 times in a 12-month period, that we identify to you (1) the categories of personal information we have collected, shared or sold about you, (2) the categories of sources from which the personal information was collected, (3) the business purpose for which we use this information, and (4) the categories of third parties with whom we disclose or have disclosed your personal information.</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Right to Access: &nbsp;The right to request, up to 2 times in a 12-month period, that we provide you access to or disclose to you the specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Right to Correct: &nbsp;You may ask us to correct inaccurate personal information that we maintain about you.</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Right to Delete: &nbsp;The right to request, up to 2 times in a 12-month period, that we delete personal information that we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: Under the CPRA, certain data is classified as &ldquo;sensitive personal information&rdquo; (SPI), such as: &nbsp;Social Security or other government-issued ID number, racial or ethnic origin, health or disability information (if voluntarily disclosed) and geolocation data.&nbsp; If applicable, you may ask us to limit the use of your SPI to only those uses necessary to perform the requested services or comply with the law.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">Right to Non-Discrimination: &nbsp;You have the right to not be discriminated against or retaliated against for exercising your rights.</li>
<li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;">The right to designate an authorized agent to submit one of the above requests on your behalf.&nbsp;</li>
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Other States
To submit a request related to your personal information, or to ask questions about this notice or your rights, please contact us at the address below:
Mailing Address: &nbsp;Mueller Industries, Inc., Attn: Privacy Request, Human Resources Department | 150 Schilling Blvd. Suite 200 | Collierville, TN&nbsp; 38017
We may ask you to provide additional information for purposes of verifying your identity before processing your request.
Other States: Applicants from Illinois, Colorado, Virginia, Connecticut, Oregon, and other states with similar privacy laws may have rights similar to those listed above.&nbsp; Please contact us at the address below for more information:
Mailing Address: Mueller Industries, Inc., Attn: Privacy Request, Human Resources Department | 150 Schilling Blvd. Suite 200 | Collierville, TN&nbsp; 38017
Opt-in Agreement
By clicking &ldquo;I agree to the Privacy Statement&rdquo; below, I acknowledge that I have received a copy of the Applicant Privacy Policy, and I understand that I am responsible for reading the policies and procedures described within it. I understand that the policies and procedures contained within this policy may be modified by the Company at any time. I acknowledge and understand that the Company may collect, capture, purchase, receive through trade, or otherwise obtain my sensitive personal information. I understand that the Company may store my sensitive personal information for the purposes and length of time as described in the Applicant Privacy Policy.&nbsp; I understand that my employment is not conditioned on my agreement to allow the Company to collect and store my sensitive personal information, and that I have the right to refuse the same. I knowingly and voluntarily authorize the Company to collect and store my personal sensitive information for the purposes described in the Applicant Privacy Policy.
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