Chemical Technician - Wet Chemistry

Castelion Corporation•Torrance, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Castelion is seeking a highly motivated Chemical Technician to support wet chemistry processing, laboratory operations, and chemical reaction workflows. This role is ideal for an individual with hands-on laboratory experience who is comfortable working with hazardous chemicals and supporting chemical manufacturing or R&D activities in a fast-paced environment. The role combines laboratory operations, chemical handling, equipment preparation, and process monitoring responsibilities. The technician will support the preparation and maintenance of laboratory glassware, assist with reaction setup and assembly, monitor active chemical processes, and ensure safe and compliant laboratory operations.

Requirements

Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or a related field.
Experience working in a laboratory, chemical processing, manufacturing, or industrial environment.
Familiarity with safe handling practices for corrosive, toxic, flammable, and reactive chemicals.
Experience using laboratory glassware and wet chemistry equipment.
Ability to read and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety data sheets (SDS), and work instructions.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hands-on laboratory environment.
Ability to lift laboratory equipment and stand for extended periods as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with chemical reaction systems, pilot-scale processing, or industrial chemical operations.
Familiarity with acid/base handling, solvent systems, and chemical waste management.
Experience working under OSHA, EPA, or other regulated laboratory environments.
Knowledge of process monitoring instrumentation and data collection methods.

Responsibilities

Clean, inspect, and prepare laboratory glassware according to established procedures and cleanliness standards.
Assist with assembly, setup, and disassembly of glassware and reaction systems.
Support wet chemistry processing activities under the direction of engineers and chemists.
Collect and record process data, observations, and operating conditions during chemical processing runs.
Safely handle, transfer, store, and dispose of hazardous chemicals in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
Prepare chemical solutions, reagents, and process materials as directed.
Perform routine laboratory housekeeping and maintain an organized work environment.
Assist with troubleshooting process and equipment issues during chemical operations.
Support inventory management of chemicals, consumables, and laboratory supplies.
Follow all environmental, health, and safety (EHS) requirements and participate in safety training activities.

Benefits

Employee Equity: Meaningful equity for all full-time employees - share value has increased 150x in three years
Personal Time Off: Four (4) weeks of paid time off to unplug, reset, and come back sharp—velocity matters, burnout doesn't
Company Paid Holidays: Ten (10) company paid holidays
Medical: We offer plans at 100% employee covered and 80% of dependent coverage
Dental & Vision: We cover 90% employees and 80% for dependents to ensure you and your family have access to quality preventive and ongoing care
FSA/HSA: To support long-term health and financial resilience, we offer FSA and HSA options that allow employees to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible medical and dependent care expenses
Retirement: 401k plan offered to support long term financial growth along side high-impact, high-velocity work
Paid Parental Leave: We support growing families with meaningful time to bond and recover. Birthing parents are eligible for up to 10 weeks of paid leave, while non-birthing parents may take up to 4 weeks of paid leave. This time can be used for pre-natal care, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical needs—ensuring every parent has the support they need during this important life moment.8-weeks of paid parental leave for all parents. Additional paid pregnancy leave for CA employees
Meals & Catering: Frequently catered lunches and team meals, plus company-covered meals when extra time or effort is required
Snacks & Beverages: Fully stocked kitchen with unlimited snacks and drinks to keep you fueled throughout the day
$100 monthly fitness stipend to support peak performance and health, both inside and outside of work
EV Charging: Onsite electric vehicle charging available for employees