Warehouse Staffing Calculator
Work out the headcount each shift actually needs, and where your current plan over- or under-staffs.
Built for real shift planning
Hourly demand curves
Model how volume shifts across the day instead of averaging it away with a single daily number.
Productivity rate inputs
Use your measured units per person per hour, not an industry guess.
Overlap and break coverage
Account for shift handover and required break coverage without losing throughput.
Staff every shift with confidence
Compare scenarios, save your plans, and export a staffing sheet for each shift.
Frequently asked questions
How many workers do I need per shift?
Divide expected shift volume by your measured units per person per hour, then add coverage for breaks, handover, and expected variance. A 10 percent buffer on top of the calculated figure is a common starting point.
Should I staff to average volume or peak volume?
Average volume is fine for baseline labor budgeting, but shifts should be staffed to peak-hour demand. Understaffing peak hours causes queue buildup that persists long after the peak passes.