senioroperator

noun
UK /ˈsiːniər ˈɒpəreɪtə/
US /ˈsiːniər ˈɑːpəreɪtər/

A senior operator is a person who has done a job for a long time and helps run machines or systems.

The senior operator showed the new worker how to start the machine safely.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A high-ranking person who controls a system or process.

The senior operator of the power plant checked all the controls.

3. A skilled worker in charge of a team of operators.

As senior operator, she trained three new employees.

4. A person with the most experience in running equipment.

The senior operator fixed the problem before anyone else could.