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Rheem Manufacturing does have a very thorough screening process. The company has found that by thoroughly screening applicants they are able to find the best talent for each position. This leads to greater retention rates. Although it can take some time to complete the screening process, many candidates have commented on how appreciative they are of this process and how confident they are that Rheem Manufacturing isn't just looking for a "warm body" to fill a role but rather the best person for the job.
The only way that references would be contacted more than once is if the reference is not responsive. Rheem advises candidates of the screening process and it is always best to provide references who will be willing to provide the reference verification. The company verifies employment history and if information is listed on a background check that can't be verified the company does ask for assistance from the candidate to help locate the employer's correct information. Nothing about this process is unusual or something specifically that Rheem only does.
Rheem Manufacturing requires legal and ethical compliance for its background check screening vendor. Rheem provides all candidates with an option to select whether they wish to have their current employer contacted. Under absolutely no circumstances would the company ever contact a candidate's current employer without permission and would never put a candidate in jeopardy with their current employer. Additionally, the company DOES NOT go back beyond 10 years for employment verification.
While this process may have been incredibly frustrating to you, it has proven to be very beneficial and has aided the company in finding incredible talent!
