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Free DuPont Schedule Generator & Rotating Shift Calendar Maker

Create Professional Pitman, 4-on-4-off, Continental & 24/7 Crew Rotation Schedules in Seconds

Generate printable shift calendars for manufacturing plants, refineries, hospitals, and warehouses. Build DuPont schedules, Pitman 2-2-3 patterns, 4-on-4-off rotations, Continental 8-hour shifts, 4×10 compressed workweeks, and 9/80 schedules with our free, browser-based schedule maker. No signup required — create your industrial shift calendar and download a professional PDF instantly.

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The crew whose schedule you know. Others are calculated using offsets.
Pick a date you know for your anchor crew. The other crews will be calculated automatically using offsets from your anchor crew's schedule.

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Blue Collar Visualizer Next

A powerful, clean shift schedule visualizer built on a proven math engine with simple offset-based crew calculations.

Supported Schedule Patterns

DuPont (12-hour)

28-day cycle: 4 nights, 3 off, 4 days, 1 off, 3 nights, 3 off, 4 days, 7 off. The gold standard for 24/7 manufacturing.

Pitman 2-2-3 (12-hour)

14-day cycle: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off. Every other weekend off. Popular in emergency services.

Panama 2-2-3 (12-hour)

28-day cycle with alternating day/night rotation: 2 days, 2 off, 3 days, 2 off, 2 nights, 3 off, 2 nights, 2 off, 3 nights.

4 on / 4 off (12-hour)

Simple 8-day cycle: 4 consecutive 12-hour shifts followed by 4 days off. Straightforward and easy to plan.

Continental (8-hour)

21-day rotating pattern with 8-hour shifts covering days, evenings, and nights. Classic three-shift rotation for 24/7 operations.

4×10 (10-hour)

Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per day. Three-day weekends every week. Perfect for non-24/7 operations.

9/80 (compressed biweekly)

9-hour days with every other Friday off. 80 hours across 9 working days in a 2-week period.

2-3-2 (12-hour)

8-day cycle: 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off. Consistent staffing with regular days off.

Features: Multi-crew visualization, PDF export, customizable colors, timeline and calendar views, offset-based crew calculations.

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The Easiest Way to Create Rotating Shift Schedules for Blue-Collar Workers

Planning 24/7 crew rotations for industrial facilities doesn’t have to be complicated. Our rotating shift calculator generates color-coded, Monday-first calendars showing exactly when each crew works day shifts, night shifts, or has days off. Whether you need a DuPont schedule generator for 12-hour rotations, a Pitman shift calendar for nursing staff, or a 4-on-4-off schedule PDF for warehouse operations, this free tool creates professional schedules in under 60 seconds.

Built for Operations Managers, Shift Supervisors, and HR Teams

Stop wrestling with Excel spreadsheets. Our industrial shift calendar maker handles the complex math behind DuPont vs Pitman schedules, Continental vs 4-on-4-off patterns, and compressed workweek planning. Perfect for:

  • Manufacturing plants running 24/7 production lines
  • Refineries & chemical plants with 12-hour rotating crews
  • Paper mills & steel mills needing predictable shift patterns
  • Hospitals & healthcare facilities scheduling nursing staff
  • Warehouses & distribution centers with round-the-clock operations
  • Power plants & utilities requiring continuous coverage

Supported Shift Patterns & Schedule Types

DuPont Schedule Generator (12-Hour, 4 Crews)

Create the classic DuPont schedule used by major industrial facilities worldwide. This 28-day rotation provides 24/7 coverage with four crews working a pattern of 4 nights, 3 off, 3 days, 1 off, 3 nights, 3 off, 4 days, then 7 days off. Generate your DuPont shift calendar PDF with customizable start dates and color-coded day/night blocks perfect for posting in break rooms or distributing to crews.

28-day cycle
12-hour shifts
4 crews required

Pitman Schedule / 2-2-3 Shift Pattern (12-Hour, 4 Crews)

Build a Pitman shift calendar (also called 2-2-3 or EOWEO) featuring a 14-day cycle: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off. Popular in hospitals and emergency services, this rotating shift pattern ensures every crew gets alternating weekends off. Compare DuPont vs Pitman schedules directly with our side-by-side preview.

14-day cycle
12-hour shifts
4 crews required

4-On-4-Off Schedule Maker (12-Hour, 2-4 Crews)

Generate 4-on-4-off schedule PDFs for simple, predictable rotations. Work 4 consecutive 12-hour shifts, then 4 days off — one of the most requested patterns for warehouses and distribution centers. Our 4-on-4-off calculator handles 2, 3, or 4 crew configurations with customizable day/night shift assignments.

8-day cycle
12-hour shifts
2-4 crews

Continental Shift Pattern (8-Hour, 4 Crews)

Create a Continental schedule for 8-hour rotating shifts across day, evening, and night coverage. This 21-day cycle rotates crews through all three shifts in 2-2-2 blocks: 2 days, 2 off, 2 evenings, 2 off, 2 nights, 2 off. Compare Continental vs 4-on-4-off patterns to find the best fit for your facility’s needs.

21-day cycle
8-hour shifts
4 crews required

4×10 Compressed Workweek Schedule (10-Hour, Mon-Thu)

Generate 4×10 compressed workweek calendars showing Monday through Thursday 10-hour shifts with three-day weekends every week. Popular in office settings, maintenance shops, and facilities seeking work-life balance without sacrificing productivity.

7-day cycle
10-hour shifts
Single crew

9/80 Schedule Planner (Alternating 3-Day Weekends)

Create 9/80 schedules for aerospace, defense contractors, and engineering firms. This bi-weekly pattern delivers nine-day fortnights with alternating Friday off days, providing 26 three-day weekends per year while maintaining 80-hour pay periods.

14-day cycle
9-hour shifts
Single crew

How to Create Your Shift Schedule (4 Easy Steps)

Select Your Schedule Pattern

Choose from 8 industry-standard shift patterns: DuPont (28-day), Pitman (14-day), Panama (28-day), 4-on/4-off (8-day), Continental (21-day with Day/Evening/Night shifts), 4×10 (weekly), 9/80 (bi-weekly), or 2-3-2 (8-day). Each pattern automatically displays its cycle information and crew requirements.

Set Date Range & Start

Anchor Your Schedule: Select which crew (A, B, C, or D) you know the schedule for, then pick the first day of their shift block. All other crews calculate automatically from this anchor using proper offsets.

Define Your Range: Set start and end months to plan any timeframe — single month, full year, or custom range. Handles cross-year planning seamlessly (e.g., November 2025 → October 2026).

Customize Colors

Color Presets: Choose from six professional themes: Default (blue & gold), Industrial (slate gray), Professional (teal), Ocean (deep blue), Monochrome (print-friendly grayscale), or High Contrast (maximum accessibility). Customize individual colors for header, shifts, and off days, or create your own palette.

Display Options: Toggle between calendar view (monthly grids for wall schedules) or timeline view (horizontal scrolling for daily reference). Adjust visualization title and density settings.

Preview & Download PDF

Click Render Schedule to preview your visualization. Review the calendar layout, then click Download PDF to generate a professional landscape file optimized for letter-size paper. PDFs automatically fit 3 months per page for optimal printing and readability.

Pro Tips:

  • The gold-highlighted row shows your anchor crew
  • Calendar view works best for wall schedules and long-term planning
  • Timeline view is ideal for at-a-glance daily reference
  • All presets and custom colors apply to both screen and PDF output
  • PDFs are optimized for letter-size paper in landscape orientation

DuPont vs Pitman vs 4-on-4-off: Which Schedule Is Right for Your Facility?

Pattern Cycle Length Shift Length Crews Required Best For
DuPont 28 days 12 hours 4 crews Refineries, chemical plants, heavy industry
Pitman 2-2-3 14 days 12 hours 4 crews Hospitals, emergency services, nursing
4-on-4-off 8 days 12 hours 2-4 crews Warehouses, distribution centers, security
Continental 21 days 8 hours 4 crews Manufacturing plants with 3-shift rotation
4×10 Compressed 7 days 10 hours 1 crew Maintenance shops, offices, small facilities

FAQ

What's the difference between DuPont and Pitman schedules?
DuPont schedules use a 28-day cycle with longer work blocks (4 days/nights) followed by a 7-day break every 4 weeks. Pitman schedules use a 14-day cycle with shorter blocks (2-3 days) and provide alternating weekends off. DuPont is popular in heavy industry (refineries, chemical plants), while Pitman is common in hospitals and emergency services where shorter rotations reduce fatigue.
Can I print these schedules for my warehouse or factory?
Yes! The PDF export is designed specifically for printing and posting. Use standard density for 8.5×11 or 11×17 paper. The landscape format fits perfectly on bulletin boards, and the color legend ensures crews understand the schedule at a glance. No attribution or watermark required.
Does this work for 8-hour shifts or only 12-hour?
Both! DuPont, Pitman, and 4-on-4-off use 12-hour shifts. Continental uses 8-hour shifts rotating through day/evening/night coverage. 4×10 uses 10-hour shifts, and 9/80 uses 9-hour days. Select the pattern matching your facility’s shift length.
How do I align the schedule with my current crew rotation?
Use the “Anchor Date” feature. If Crew A starts their 4-day block this Monday, set that Monday as your anchor date and select “Days” as the block type. The tool calculates when other crews start their blocks to maintain proper rotation and coverage.
Can I use this for hospital nursing schedules?
Absolutely. Pitman 2-2-3 is one of the most popular nursing schedules, and our tool handles it perfectly. Many hospitals also use modified 4-on-4-off patterns. Generate schedules for individual units, rotate between ED/ICU/Med-Surg crews, or plan PRN coverage gaps.
Is this tool really free? Are there hidden costs?
Completely free with no hidden costs, trials, or upsells. No account required, no email collection, no ads. Generate as many schedules as you need for your facility. We built this as a professional tool for blue-collar industries.

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No signup. No credit card. No learning curve. Just select your pattern, set your dates, and download a professional PDF in under a minute.

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