Manufacturers Make Strides
Manufacturers Make Strides is a podcast about people in manufacturing and the paths they’ve taken. Martin speaks with guests from across the manufacturing world about their careers, the challenges along the way, and the strides that keep the industry moving forward. New episodes every other Tuesday
Manufacturers Make Strides
Finding Fulfilment in Manufacturing with Samantha Shelley
Finding fulfilment in manufacturing is about more than climbing the career ladder. It is about aligning your work with your values, building integrity into every decision, and knowing when to shape your own path.
In this episode, quality consultant Samantha Shelley shares her journey from being the first woman in her apprenticeship to supporting MedTech startups, and why career fulfilment comes from purpose, not paychecks.
We explore:
• How integrity and values drive long-term success in manufacturing careers
• Why fulfilment, not money, is the real measure of career progress
• What managers can do to grow their teams while supporting individual goals
Samantha shows that finding fulfilment in manufacturing is about more than titles or salaries, it’s about aligning your career with what matters most.
📍 Connect with Samantha on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleysamantha/
📍 Visit Shelley Quality Management: https://sqms.org.uk/