May started with the launch of the Young Inventors project by the Made In Yorkshire group and sponsored by recruitment specialist Michael Page. As I am a big believer that we need to do what we can to encourage those at a young age to follow a path into engineering and manufacturing careers, I was honoured to […]
YORKSHIRE PROFILES LTD CELEBRATES LIVING WAGE COMMITMENT The Living Wage Foundation is pleased to announce that Yorkshire Profiles Ltd, has today accredited as a Living Wage Employer. Their Living Wage commitment will see everyone working at Yorkshire Profiles Ltd, regardless of whether they are direct employees or third-party contracted staff; receive a minimum hourly wage […]
We are proud to announce that we have not only joined “Made In Yorkshire” but that one of our Directors has become a Council Member! Made In Yorkshire is a privately run peer group of MD’s and CEO’s from manufacturing and engineering companies across Yorkshire. Although the group is still in its infancy, it is […]
We are always keeping an eye on all elements of manufacturing. The exciting advancements in 3D printing are becoming increasing commercially viable and one company that demonstrates that best is Shapeways. Their website has a wealth of information on the processes of “additive manufacturing” in its various forms. While this post is not an endorsement of their services […]
Macmillan Cancer Support is an important charity, with every penny raised through donations and fundraising helping to give people with cancer and their families the specialised support they need, when they need it. The most recent drive from Macmillian sees individuals shaving their heads and standing alongside the men and women with cancer. ‘Our Michelle’, […]
Lasers are at the epicentre of Yorkshire Profiles’ business. However, outside of this, the internet is littered with videos demonstrating the “use” of lasers in day-to-day life. With this in mind, in a world where cats and lasers quite happily co-existed, one person simply had to ask the one question that changed everything: what would […]
Yorkshire Profiles Production Manager, Karen Halliwell, successfully completed the 10k Race for Life at Yorks Knavesmire racecourse on June 22nd 2014. Not only did Karen participate in the races but she also sounded the starting horn after giving an encouraging speech to the crowd of over 3,000 runners who took part. Karen prepares to start […]
The engineering industry is progressively becoming one of the most desirable industries to qualify for with over 200 sectors that come under the engineering field, all with specific qualification requirements that can be gained at University. Universities offer numerous courses that enable learners to work for their chosen region of engineering, all of which vary […]
Bonfire night was once again the perfect time to celebrate a successful financial year at Yorkshire Profiles. The weather was worse than expected but the party went ahead regardless. Sheltering from the pouring rain and strong winds everyone still had a fantastic time with good laughs, music and a hog roast. Luckily the wind was […]
We’ve had a good year and we wanted to show our appreciation to our team a bit sooner than Christmas. Every employer knows that it can be tricky getting the right people in the right places, but with our careful selection process we’ve got just that. Over the previous year we have grown in size […]
