perpet
/pərˈpɛt/Definitions
1. noun
A person responsible for the operation of a machine or a series of machines in a factory, especially one that is automatic.
“The perpet, or the person in charge of the machine, noticed a malfunction and shut it down immediately.”
2. noun
A person responsible for the continuation or maintenance of something, especially a task or a process.
“The perpet of the project ensured that it stayed on track despite several setbacks.”
3. verb
To continue or maintain something, especially a task or a process.
“The company perpet the production process to meet the increasing demand.”