auto-worker

noun
UK /ˈɔːtəʊˌwɜːkə/
US /ˈɔːtoʊˌwɜːrkər/

A person who builds cars in a factory.

The auto-worker tightened the bolts on the new car.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A machine or robot that works automatically without a person.

The auto-worker arm lifted the heavy engine into place.

3. A person who works with self-driving vehicles.

The auto-worker checked the sensors on the driverless car.

4. A worker in the automobile industry, including design and sales.

Many auto-workers lost jobs when the plant closed.