Industrial Painter & Blaster — Finishes & Surface Prep Pro

Thecentermemphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Systems International is seeking an Industrial Painter / Blaster to join our manufacturing team in Memphis. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of experience, can read drawings, and will handle surface prep and coating applications for fabricated steel components and industrial equipment.

The role also requires operating abrasive blasting equipment to properly prepare surfaces and ensure coatings meet specifications. A safety-conscious, quality-focused team player is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of industrial painting experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings and coating specs.
• Experience with blasting and surface prep for coatings.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and on-time production.

Responsibilities

• Perform industrial painting and abrasive blasting on steel components.
• Prepare surfaces through blasting, grinding, cleaning, and masking.
• Apply primers and coatings per specifications.
• Inspect coating thickness and finish quality.
• Operate and maintain painting and blasting equipment.
• Coordinate with production and QA to meet schedules.

Skills

Industrial painting

Abrasive blasting

Blueprint reading

Coating application

Safety procedures

Quality control

Tools

Abrasive blasting equipment

Industrial spray equipment

Paint mixing equipment

Job description

Southern Systems International is seeking an Industrial Painter / Blaster to join our manufacturing team in Memphis. The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of experience, can read drawings, and will handle surface prep and coating applications for fabricated steel components and industrial equipment.

The role also requires operating abrasive blasting equipment to properly prepare surfaces and ensure coatings meet specifications. A safety-conscious, quality-focused team player is essential.