After some research, I have come up with a few alternatives in order of relevancefound the most closely relevant terms:
- Craftworker - "Someone who does craftwork. Craftwork: work usually done by hand that exhibits artistry and individuality". (I like it more than -'person', but not sure how widely accepted this is as a legitimate word)
- Artisan - "A worker in a skilled trade, especially one that involves making things by hand."
- Artificer
- Apprentice
- Fabricator
- Technician
- Designer - "A skilled craftsman or inventor."