Shift Calculator

Plan work shifts, calculate shift differentials, and manage rotating schedules for optimal workforce management.

Enter your shift times and parameters

Shift Type

Days per Week

Start Time

End Time

Break (minutes)

Add hourly rate to calculate shift pay

Hourly Rate ($)

Overtime Multiplier

Day Shift: 6 AM - 2 PM or 8 AM - 4 PM

Evening Shift: 2 PM - 10 PM or 4 PM - 12 AM

Night Shift: 10 PM - 6 AM or 12 AM - 8 AM

Rotating Shift: Alternating between different shifts

• Evening: 10-15% premium

• Night: 15-25% premium

• Weekend: 20-30% premium

• Holiday: 50-100% premium

• On-call: Varies by industry

• Overtime typically starts after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week

• Break requirements vary by state

• Night shift workers may need extra breaks

• Some industries have different overtime rules

• Always check local labor laws

• Consider employee preferences

• Balance coverage across all shifts

• Plan for shift change overlap

• Account for seasonal variations

• Include adequate rest periods