Development of a facility plan, given a manufacturing system and product, should consist of

investigating the regulations of the locality related to the manufacturing of the product
selecting operations
determining product vs. process orientation
sequencing operations
tooling
designing plant layout
creating a materials handling system (e.g., scheduling materials procurement, storing in adequate space, putting into production)
standardizing where possible (even across different products)
future-proofing the facility to changes in demand or product mix.

Process/Skill Questions:

How is a flow process chart used to develop a production schedule?
What are factors to consider before "tooling up" for production?
What factors should be considered when preparing a plant layout?
How is the handling of scrap, waste, and re-work facilitated?
What is the difference between a pre-material and post-material handling system?
What is the difference between just-in-time materials procurement and a continuous system?